The David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation is a private foundation in Princeton, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.3 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $3.8 million. 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$7.3 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$3.8 million
- Assets$193 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.3 million the year before.
15% 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 | $7.0 million | 61 | $137 million |
| 2023 | $7.3 million | 61 | $146 million |
| 2024 | $7.3 million | 26 | $193 million |
How to apply
The David R and Patricia D Atkinson 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 David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $5.3 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| New Jersey | 10 | $558,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $225,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $128,000 |
| California | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| GS Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund | General | $3.8 million |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $1.1 million |
| Care | General | $1.0 million |
| Feeding America | General | $200,000 |
| Homefront | General | $200,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General | $175,000 |
| Climate Central | General | $100,000 |
| Propublica | General | $100,000 |
| Yana Ministry | General | $80,000 |
| Bucks County Children's Museum | General | $70,000 |
| New York Times Communities Fund | General | $70,000 |
| Center for Investigative Reporting | General | $60,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General | $60,000 |
| Princeton Healthcare Center Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| St Mary Medical Center Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Elixir Fund | General | $35,000 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | General | $35,000 |
| Friends of Princeton Open Space | General | $30,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $25,000 |
| Apaw | General | $25,000 |
| The Center for Discovery | General | $25,000 |
| New Egypt United Methodist Church | General | $20,000 |
| Lawrenceville School | General | $15,000 |
| Yardley-Makefield Ems | General | $5,000 |
| Cape May City Volunteer Fire Dept | General | $3,000 |
| Yardley-Makefield Fire | General | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David R Atkinson
- Patricia D Atkinson
- Steven R Atkinson
- Paul D Atkinson
Questions people ask
Does The David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation give?
$7.3 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs The David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David R Atkinson (Trustee), Patricia D Atkinson (Trustee), Steven R Atkinson (Trustee) and Paul D Atkinson (Trustee).
What does The David R and Patricia D Atkinson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and faith communities.