Carol Dines Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carol Dines Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$58,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.2 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $101,599 |
| 2025 | $58,500 | 15 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Carol Dines 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 Carol Dines Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $32,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $7,500 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Landmark Conservancy | General operations | $7,500 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General operations - | $7,500 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | General operations | $5,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood MN ND SD | General operations | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio American Public Media | General operations | $5,000 |
| Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness Save the Boundary Waters | General operations | $2,500 |
| National Audubon Society | General operations | $2,500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | General operations | $2,500 |
| National Park Foundation | General operations | $2,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General operations | $2,500 |
| Speaking Out Collective | General operations | $2,500 |
| Rainforest Action Network | General operations | $2,500 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists Inc | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol H Dines
- Jack D Zipes
Questions people ask
Does Carol Dines Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carol Dines Family Foundation give?
$58,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Carol Dines Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol H Dines (Trustee) and Jack D Zipes (Trustee).
What does Carol Dines Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.