Dayspring Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dayspring Foundation is a private foundation in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $189,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$189,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $180,000 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 | $180,000 | 12 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $189,000 | 11 | $3.6 million |
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 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $149,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sams | General purpose | $70,000 |
| American Bible Society | General purpose | $30,000 |
| MMRF | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Trinity School for Ministry | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Water Mission | General purpose | $15,000 |
| The Anglican Relief and Development Fund | General purpose | $10,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania Abramson Cancer Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| American Anglican Council | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Campolo Center for Ministry at Eastern University | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Penn Medicine Home Heath | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Four Diamonds at Penn State Children's Hospital | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lucia Englander
- Candace E Franz
- Heather R Niedland
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?
$189,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dayspring Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lucia Englander (Trustee), Candace E Franz (Trustee) and Heather R Niedland (Trustee).
What does Dayspring Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.