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The Dinan Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based and invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $5 million in grants paid to 73 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

The Hospital for Special Surgery Fund Inc
New York, NY
$5.1M
21%

ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC
Memphis, TN
$3.8M
16%
LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC
NEW YORK, NY
$3M
12%
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Total No. of Grants
56
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Tennessee, and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include The Hospital for Special Surgery Fund Inc, ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC, and LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE DINAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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