DXN Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DXN Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $35,000. 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$124,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $17,000 | 7 | $381,904 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 9 | $573,456 |
| 2025 | $124,000 | 12 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
DXN 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 DXN Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 6 | $86,500 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Farmhouse | Charity contribution | $35,000 |
| Stonington Free Librarycommunity Centercemetery | Charity contribution | $16,500 |
| New London Community Center | Charity contribution | $15,000 |
| Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center | Charity contribution | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous | Charity contribution | $10,000 |
| Ocean Community YMCA | Charity contribution | $7,500 |
| Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Historic Stonington | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Island Grown Initiative | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Agricultural Institute of Marin | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
| Alliance for Mystic Watershed | Charity contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Dixon
- Cynthia Reed Altchek
- Matthew J Brodie
Questions people ask
Does DXN Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DXN Foundation give?
$124,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs DXN Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Dixon (President), Cynthia Reed Altchek (Vice President) and Matthew J Brodie (Tressec).
What does DXN Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and environment and conservation.