D F Dillon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
D F Dillon Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $8.1 million in 112 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$8.1 million
- Number of grants112
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$162 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6.5 million the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6.5 million | 92 | $145 million |
| 2024 | $6.5 million | 113 | $195 million |
| 2025 | $8.1 million | 112 | $162 million |
How to apply
D F Dillon Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What D F Dillon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 106 | $7.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $302,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $300,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Capital improvements | $1.0 million |
| Doane College | Program | $500,000 |
| Pius X Foundation | Capital improvements | $500,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Program | $500,000 |
| National Arbor Day Foundation | Capital improvements | $475,000 |
| Regis University | Program | $300,000 |
| Audubon Nebraska | Capital improvements | $250,000 |
| Cato Institute | Program | $250,000 |
| Lincoln City Library Foundation | Capital improvements | $250,000 |
| Creighton University | Program | $215,000 |
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | Capital improvements | $200,000 |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | Capital improvements | $200,000 |
| Blessed Sacrament School | Capital improvements | $176,000 |
| Bellevue University | Program | $175,000 |
| Women's Care Center | Capital improvements | $175,000 |
| St Teresa's School | Capital improvements | $150,000 |
| St Thomas Aquinas Church | Capital improvements | $125,000 |
| Community Action Partnership | Program | $100,000 |
| Teammates | Program | $100,000 |
| Family Service Association of Linco | Program | $85,000 |
| Brady Public Schools | Capital improvements | $75,000 |
| Roncalli Catholic High School | Program | $66,000 |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat Ho | Capital improvements | $65,000 |
| Friendship Home of Lincoln | Program | $62,000 |
| Lincoln Literacy | Program | $61,000 |
| Madonna School | Program | $60,000 |
| St Agnes Academy Foundation | Capital improvements | $57,200 |
| Angels Among US | Program | $50,000 |
| Camp Kateri Tekakwitha | Capital improvements | $50,000 |
| Children's Hospital Foundation | Program | $50,000 |
| Concordia University | Program | $50,000 |
| Eastmont Towers Foundation | Program | $50,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Program | $50,000 |
| Hopespoke | Program | $50,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Program | $50,000 |
| Nebraska Children & Families Founda | Program | $50,000 |
| North American Martyrs School | Program | $50,000 |
| Northeast Family Center | Program | $50,000 |
| Omaha Home for Boys | Program | $50,000 |
| St James School | Capital improvements | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Kerrigan
- Donald F Dillon
- Patrick J Kerrigan
- David B Policky
Questions people ask
Does D F Dillon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does D F Dillon Foundation give?
$8.1 million in tax year 2025, across 112 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs D F Dillon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Kerrigan (Pres/Treas), Donald F Dillon (Director), Patrick J Kerrigan (Vp/Sec/Direc) and David B Policky (Director).
What does D F Dillon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.