Destwolinski Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Destwolinski Family Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $265,984 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$265,984
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $832,000 the year before.
56% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $121,208 | 5 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $832,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $265,984 | 10 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Destwolinski Family 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 Destwolinski Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Nebraska. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $125,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $60,984 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | building fund | $100,000 |
| New Mexico Military Institute Found | scholarships for Native American students | $60,984 |
| Presbyterian Church of the Cross | General fund | $25,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnels to Tower Fnd | support of housing for disabled service memebers | $20,000 |
| St Andrew by the Bay | Church general fund | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support of Wounded service members | $10,000 |
| Archbishop Spalding High School | scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Reseach Hospital | Medical support of children | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | medical support of children | $10,000 |
| Individual | purchase of photography support equipment etc. to pursue of night time camera movement ICM photography of wildlife by an up coming young photographer | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lance deStwolinski
- Elizabeth deStwolinski
Questions people ask
Does Destwolinski Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Destwolinski Family Foundation give?
$265,984 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Destwolinski Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lance deStwolinski (President) and Elizabeth deStwolinski (Sec Tres).
What does Destwolinski Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, veterans and faith communities.