Dean Foundation Children (Ima)
Preselected recipients only
Dean Foundation Children (Ima) is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$220,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $187,000 the year before.
18% 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 | $187,000 | 11 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $187,000 | 11 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $220,000 | 11 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Dean Foundation Children (Ima) 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 Dean Foundation Children (Ima) funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 11 | $220,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Degrees | General operating | $20,000 |
| East End House Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| East Boston Social Centers Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Child & Family Services Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Ma Society Prevention of Cruelty | General operating | $20,000 |
| Home for Little Wanderers | General operating | $20,000 |
| Thom Child and Family Services | General operating | $20,000 |
| Mass Society for the Prevention | General operating | $20,000 |
| Cambridge Camping Association | General operating | $20,000 |
| Nurtury | General operating | $20,000 |
| Ellis Memorial and Eldridge House | General operating | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward N Langley - Co Bny Mellon
Questions people ask
Does Dean Foundation Children (Ima) accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dean Foundation Children (Ima) give?
$220,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Dean Foundation Children (Ima)?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward N Langley - Co Bny Mellon (Treasurer).
What does Dean Foundation Children (Ima) fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.