Donner Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donner Private Foundation is a private foundation in Dyersburg, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $23,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$23,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$487,084
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $24,500 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $24,500 | 4 | $447,745 |
| 2024 | $23,000 | 4 | $487,084 |
How to apply
Donner Private 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 Donner Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $23,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dyersburg State Community College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| McIvers Grant Public Library | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Dyer County Fair Assoc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Dyersburg Army Air Base Memorial Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard W Donner
- Mary D Bloch
Questions people ask
Does Donner Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donner Private Foundation give?
$23,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Donner Private Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard W Donner (Admin/trustee) and Mary D Bloch (Trustee).
What does Donner Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.