Deer Camp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Deer Camp Foundation is a private foundation in Millbrook, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,100 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$45,100
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $33,250 | 11 | $802,755 |
| 2024 | $24,000 | 13 | $937,619 |
| 2025 | $45,100 | 15 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Deer Camp 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 Deer Camp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $30,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Empowers Africa for Motse | General operations | $10,000 |
| Charities and Foundation America | General operations | $8,500 |
| Marsh Sancturary Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Teatown Lake Reservation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Adirondack Mountain Reserve Foundation | General operations | $3,000 |
| International Friends of London Library | General operations | $2,500 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General operations | $2,000 |
| Native Plant Center at Westchester Community College | General operations | $2,000 |
| iNATURLIST INC | General operations | $1,500 |
| Mt Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry | General operations | $1,500 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | General operations | $1,000 |
| Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center | General operations | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | General operations | $1,000 |
| National Audubon Society | General operations | $600 |
| Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas W Keesee
- Anne H K Niemann
- Janice Page
- Allen Keesee
Questions people ask
Does Deer Camp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Deer Camp Foundation give?
$45,100 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Deer Camp Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas W Keesee (President and Treasurer), Anne H K Niemann (Vice-President), Janice Page (Secretary) and Allen Keesee (Director).
What does Deer Camp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and environment and conservation.