The Dickey Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Dickey Fund is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $51,000. 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$123,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$204,279
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $150,500 the year before.
47% 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 | $204,800 | 13 | $267,156 |
| 2024 | $150,500 | 17 | $158,522 |
| 2025 | $123,000 | 15 | $204,279 |
How to apply
The Dickey Fund 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 The Dickey Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 9 | $89,500 |
| New York | 3 | $18,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meredith Matthews YMCA | Sports/education | $51,000 |
| ACLU | Civil liberties/education | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Civil liberties/education | $15,000 |
| Sama Seattle Sacred Music and Art | Cultural preservation | $10,000 |
| Short Mt Sanctuary | Conservation and preservation | $7,500 |
| Wilderness Awareness School | Conservation and education | $6,000 |
| Nopal & Mesquite Sacred Pathways | Conservation and preservation | $5,000 |
| Kuow | Music/education | $3,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Education | $3,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Conservation and preservation | $2,000 |
| KBCS - Public Radio | Global music/education | $1,500 |
| Vashon Maury Food Bank | Food security | $1,500 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Conservation and preservation | $1,000 |
| Cascade PBS | Public television | $1,000 |
| Arte Noir | Art/education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Goodfellow
- Barbara Peterson
Questions people ask
Does The Dickey Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dickey Fund give?
$123,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Dickey Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists John Goodfellow (Vice President) and Barbara Peterson (President, Sec-Treas).
What does The Dickey Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.