Dole Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dole Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $11,000. 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$43,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $43,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $53,000 | 9 | $954,420 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 8 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $43,000 | 8 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Dole 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 Dole Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $42,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | General fund | $11,000 |
| Grass River Natural Area | General fund | $10,000 |
| Paddle Antrim | General fund | $5,000 |
| Three Lakes Association | General fund | $5,000 |
| Torch Lake Protection Alliance | General fund | $5,000 |
| Torch Conservation Center | General fund | $4,000 |
| The Watershed Center | General fund | $2,000 |
| North American Fish & Wildlife Society | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret H Dolane
- Elizabeth A Dole
- Elizabeth G Dole
- Haley Elizabeth
Questions people ask
Does Dole Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dole Family Foundation give?
$43,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Dole Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret H Dolane (President/Treasurer), Elizabeth A Dole (Vice President/Secretary), Elizabeth G Dole (Director) and Haley Elizabeth (Director).
What does Dole Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.