The Daft Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Daft Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chatham, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $181,700 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$181,700
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $194,550 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $266,500 | 15 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $194,550 | 13 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $181,700 | 9 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
The Daft 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 The Daft Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $133,200 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Opera | General | $65,000 |
| Palm Beach Police and Fire Foundation | General | $24,300 |
| The Church of Bethesda by the Sea | General | $24,000 |
| Cambridge In America | General | $20,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General | $20,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | General | $10,000 |
| The Order of St John | General | $8,500 |
| Palm Beach Dramaworks | General | $5,000 |
| Kravis Center Foundation | General | $4,900 |
Officers and trustees
- Delphine H Daft
- Douglas N Daft
- Alexandra Louise Bonner
- Nicholas Daft
Questions people ask
Does The Daft Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Daft Family Foundation give?
$181,700 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Daft Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Delphine H Daft (Trustee), Douglas N Daft (Distribution Committee), Alexandra Louise Bonner (Distribution Committee) and Nicholas Daft (Distribution Committee).
What does The Daft Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.