Dorn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dorn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $332,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$332,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $323,000 the year before.
16% of its 2025 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 | $271,500 | 17 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $323,000 | 19 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $332,500 | 20 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Dorn Family 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 Dorn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 15 | $280,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $47,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted operating support | $45,000 |
| Beck Center for the Arts | General operating support | $30,000 |
| The Centers | Unrestricted operatin support | $25,000 |
| Lake Erie Nature & Science Center | Unrestricted operating support | $25,000 |
| City Mission | Unrestricted operating support | $20,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Foodbank | Unrestricted operating support | $20,000 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | Scholarship non-traditional students | $20,000 |
| Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve | Preserve amity and north houses | $20,000 |
| Great Lakes Science Center | Unrestricted operating support | $20,000 |
| Hospice of the Western Reserve | Unrestricted operating support | $20,000 |
| Pine Ridge Middle School | Lunch lounge, stud incent, prof dev | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted operating support | $15,000 |
| Achievement Centers for Children | Unrestricted operating support | $10,000 |
| Musical Arts Association | Unrestricted oper support-orchestra | $10,000 |
| National Museum of the Great Lakes | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Acts - Action in Community Through Service of Prince William | Unrestricted operating support | $5,000 |
| Christian Science Reading Room | Unrestricted operating support | $5,000 |
| Fund for Our Economic Future | Unrestricted operating support | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of Sothwest Florida | Unrestricted operating support | $5,000 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | Salute to educators event | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert F Dorn
- Charles F Adler
- Deborah K Dorn
- Elizabeth Badillo
- Philip Dorn
Questions people ask
Does Dorn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dorn Family Foundation give?
$332,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Dorn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert F Dorn (President), Charles F Adler (Secretary Tr), Deborah K Dorn (Vice Preside) and Elizabeth Badillo (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Dorn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, human services and science and research.