DBL Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
DBL Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Queensbury, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $131,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$131,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$4,401
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $285,500 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $285,500 | 10 | $139,584 |
| 2024 | $131,000 | 10 | $4,401 |
How to apply
DBL Foundation Inc 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 DBL Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $128,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Awareness Childrens Museum | Program SupportProgram SupportProgram Support | $70,000 |
| Adirondack Samaritan Counselling | Program Support | $20,000 |
| Feeder Canal Alliance | Program Support | $15,000 |
| de Blasiis Music Series | Program Support | $6,000 |
| Glens Falls High School Scholarship Fund | cholarships | $5,000 |
| Glens Falls Symphony | Program support | $5,000 |
| Syracuse University | Program Support | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Scoiety for Biblical Studies | Program Support-State of the Dream Review | $2,500 |
| Adirondack Mountain Club | Program Support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John D Lapham
- Michael R Lapham
- Thomas A Lapham
- Joan B Lapham
Questions people ask
Does DBL Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DBL Foundation Inc give?
$131,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs DBL Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John D Lapham (President), Michael R Lapham (Vice President), Thomas A Lapham (Secretary) and Joan B Lapham (Treasurer).
What does DBL Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.