Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$22,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$481,460
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $20,000 | 1 | $404,961 |
| 2024 | $21,000 | 8 | $433,861 |
| 2025 | $22,000 | 3 | $481,460 |
How to apply
Randall & Nancy Dana 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-Ohio Food Collective | Food for those in need | $20,000 |
| Individual | Support for families in need | $1,000 |
| Freedom Tails Ohio Animal Rescue | Animal rescue & adoption | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy M Dana
- Randall Michael Dana Jr
- Allison M Stimpert
- Charles M Dana
- Christopher McLaren
- David R Dana
Questions people ask
Does Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation give?
$22,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy M Dana (Trustee), Randall Michael Dana Jr (Trustee), Allison M Stimpert (Trustee) and Charles M Dana (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Randall & Nancy Dana Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, animals and human services.