Dana Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dana Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,197 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,358 and the largest $31,227. 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$72,197
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,358
- Largest grant$31,227
- Assets$8,835
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $44,771 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $44,771 | 7 | $2,214 |
| 2024 | $72,197 | 12 | $8,835 |
How to apply
Dana Foundation Inc 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 Dana Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | $70,076 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,121 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | General purposes | $31,227 |
| Scan | General purposes | $12,500 |
| Little Hands | General purposes | $5,684 |
| Richmond Forum | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Nami-Va | General purposes | $4,427 |
| The Next Move | General purposes | $3,467 |
| Virginia Supportive Housing | General purposes | $3,250 |
| Childrens Home | General purposes | $2,744 |
| V Foundation | General purposes | $2,121 |
| Feedmore | General purposes | $805 |
| American Heart Association | General purposes | $772 |
| Childrens Hospital | General purposes | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley J Olander Jr
- Marsha Brady Olander
Questions people ask
Does Dana Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dana Foundation Inc give?
$72,197 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,358.
Who runs Dana Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley J Olander Jr (President/Treasurer) and Marsha Brady Olander (Secretary).
What does Dana Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.