David R Macdonald Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David R Macdonald Foundation is a private foundation in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,001 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $19,000 and the largest $27,000. 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$106,001
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$19,000
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $126,765 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $126,765 | 7 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $106,001 | 6 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
David R Macdonald 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 David R Macdonald Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $27,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $18,001 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Public School System- Chess Tournament Scholarships | Charitable | $27,000 |
| Wellesley College | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Locrian Chamber Players | Charitable | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army National | Charitable | $18,001 |
| Cornell University | Charitable | $10,000 |
| University of Michigan | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Verna Joy Macdonald
- Martha Macdonald Spano
- Emily Macdonald Spano
- David J Macdonald
- Rachel Macdonald Bondelevitch
- Rebecca Macdonald Maas
- Barbara Dooley
Questions people ask
Does David R Macdonald Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David R Macdonald Foundation give?
$106,001 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $19,000.
Who runs David R Macdonald Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Verna Joy Macdonald (President), Martha Macdonald Spano (Director), Emily Macdonald Spano (Director) and David J Macdonald (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does David R Macdonald Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.