The DEKA Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The DEKA Foundation is a private foundation in Manchester, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $900,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $450,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$900,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$450,000
- Assets$19.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $865,000 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $880,000 | 3 | $15.7 million |
| 2023 | $865,000 | 4 | $18.8 million |
| 2024 | $900,000 | 5 | $19.5 million |
How to apply
The DEKA 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 The DEKA Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 4 | $890,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International First Committee Assoc | To assist International FIRST Committee Association in their efforts to teach children the value of technology and invention. | $450,000 |
| First | To assist FIRST in their efforts to teach children the value of technology and invention. | $375,000 |
| SEE Science Center | To assist SEE Science center in their efforts to engage the community in the active exploration of science and innovation. | $40,000 |
| University of New Hampshire | To support the University's goal of education. | $25,000 |
| Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum | To assist the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in their efforts to grow the Chicago regions connection to the world of nature and science. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dean Kamen
- Robert Tuttle
- Steve Hazard
- Maureen Toohey
- Brendan Duffy
Questions people ask
Does The DEKA Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The DEKA Foundation give?
$900,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The DEKA Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dean Kamen (Director), Robert Tuttle (Director), Steve Hazard (Director) and Maureen Toohey (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The DEKA Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and youth programs.