DB Anderson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DB Anderson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $74,631 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $11,800. 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$74,631
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$11,800
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,900 the year before.
56% 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 | $89,683 | 13 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $53,900 | 13 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $74,631 | 16 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
DB Anderson Charitable 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 DB Anderson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $49,631 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilkes University | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $11,800 |
| Cook Baptist Church | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Jerusalem Education Fund Inc | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Ground Zero Boxing Club of Lancaster | Youth development - general tax exempt purpose | $9,000 |
| Stone Independent School | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $5,831 |
| University of South Carolina | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Colorado Mountain College | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Lancaster Country Day School | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Kakenya's Dream | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Urualla Progressive Union | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Danville Child Development Center | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Lancaster Bible College | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Keystone College | Educational - general tax exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Building Bridges Foundation at Anderson Farm | Therapy for veterans- general tax exempt purpose | $500 |
| West Willow Fire Department | Public safety - general tax exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Anderson
- Brian Carrington
- Beth Carrington
Questions people ask
Does DB Anderson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DB Anderson Charitable Foundation give?
$74,631 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs DB Anderson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David B Anderson (Director), Brian Carrington (Director) and Beth Carrington (Director).
What does DB Anderson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.