Donovan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donovan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $651,600 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$651,600
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $606,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $212,500 | 15 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $606,000 | 32 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $651,600 | 24 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Donovan 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 Donovan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 13 | $518,600 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $31,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 3 | $12,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton Music Festival Inc | General | $200,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General | $85,000 |
| America First Policy Institute | General | $50,000 |
| Grand Teton Music Festival Inc | General | $50,000 |
| The Humanitas Institute | General | $40,000 |
| Grand Teton Music Festival Inc | General | $33,600 |
| Stanford University | General | $25,000 |
| Diocese of Cheyenne | General | $20,000 |
| Snake River Fund | General | $20,000 |
| Honor Wyoming Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| The Blessing Projects | General | $15,000 |
| Alpine Education Foundation Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Independent Womens Forum | General | $10,000 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Museum of the Bible | General | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of the Mountains (Jackson) | General | $10,000 |
| Wyoming Veterinary Outreach Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Creative Visions Foundation | General | $6,000 |
| 564 Park Avenue Preservation Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Pestalozzi US Childrens Charity Inc | General | $5,000 |
| State Policy Network | General | $5,000 |
| Teton Valley Skijor Corporation | General | $5,000 |
| The Epoch Times Association Inc | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David E Donovan
- Nancy S Donovan
- Michael K Donovan
Questions people ask
Does Donovan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donovan Family Foundation give?
$651,600 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Donovan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David E Donovan (Director), Nancy S Donovan (Director) and Michael K Donovan (Director).
What does Donovan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.