Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy
Preselected recipients only
Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy is a private foundation in Midland, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$153,071
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $15,000 | 1 | $142,217 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 | $158,045 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 1 | $153,071 |
How to apply
Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy 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 Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umass Medical School | Research | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shelly Cunningham
- Tracy Galimore
- Emily Rich
- Kristen Fancher
- Erin Tresner
- Megan Metcalf
- Lindsay Piel
Questions people ask
Does Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy give?
$15,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy?
Its 2024 filing lists Shelly Cunningham (President), Tracy Galimore (Vice President), Emily Rich (Treasurer) and Kristen Fancher (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Muscular Dystrophy fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.