Dayspring Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dayspring Foundation is a private foundation in Akron, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $37,100 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $300 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$37,100
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$690,706
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $19,800 the year before.
26% 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 | $19,800 | 21 | $734,567 |
| 2024 | $37,100 | 23 | $690,706 |
How to apply
Dayspring 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 Dayspring Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $15,400 |
| Ohio | 11 | $14,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $300 |
| Illinois | 1 | $300 |
| Michigan | 1 | $300 |
| Washington | 1 | $300 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
| Utah | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Water | Malawi well project | $10,000 |
| One of A Kind Pet Rescue | Medical fund | $10,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Hurricane milton and hurricane helene relief | $5,300 |
| National Immigration Law Center | Immigrant rights | $5,000 |
| Saint Sebastian Foundation | Scholarship fund/tuition grant | $2,000 |
| Our Lady of the Elms | Scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Camp Mission Meadows | Scholarship fund | $300 |
| East Ohio Camps Umceoc | Camperships | $300 |
| Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center | Community | $300 |
| The Evangelical Covenant Church | Covenant world relief & development | $300 |
| United Methodist Committee on Relief (Umcor) | International disaster response & recovery | $300 |
| World Renew | Community | $300 |
| World Vision | General fund | $300 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Community | $200 |
| Good Samaritan Hunger Center | Community | $200 |
| Haven of Rest Ministries | General fund | $200 |
| Hope for New York | General fund | $200 |
| Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition | Community | $200 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | Community | $200 |
| The Salvation Army | Community | $200 |
| Alley Cat Allies | Community | $100 |
| Broken Chains Ministry | Community | $100 |
| The Way Out | Prison ministry | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa M Holland-Toth
- Michael J Toth
Questions people ask
Does Dayspring Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dayspring Foundation give?
$37,100 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Dayspring Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lisa M Holland-Toth (Trustee) and Michael J Toth (Trustee).
What does Dayspring Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and faith communities.