Fondation Dune Inc
Preselected recipients only
Fondation Dune Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $975,000 the year before.
23% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $975,000 | 12 | $744,200 |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 13 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Fondation Dune 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 Fondation Dune Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $425,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $225,000 |
| California | 3 | $175,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Only One | General operating support | $200,000 |
| American Friends Muses Dorsay Et de Lorangerie | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Clean Air Task Force Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| National Partnership for Women & Families | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Third Way Institute | General operating support | $75,000 |
| The National Wildlife Federation | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Digdeep Right to Water Project | General operating support | $75,000 |
| International Medical Corps | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Food Forward | General operating support | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Latet Humanitarian Aid Inc | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Louisiana Bucket Brigade | General operating support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Heilbronn
- Arthur Heilbronn
- Louis Heilbronn
- Charlotte Hurst
- Laurence Heilbronn
Questions people ask
Does Fondation Dune Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fondation Dune Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Fondation Dune Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles Heilbronn (Director, President and Secretary), Arthur Heilbronn (Director and Treasurer), Louis Heilbronn (Director) and Charlotte Hurst (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Fondation Dune Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.