THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION
El Segundo, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
84-2804120
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
El Segundo, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
84-2804120
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Peter W Doerken Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals, focusing on grantmaking within the foundations sector. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation distributed a total of $15,000 across five grantees. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the How to Apply section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ORANGE COUNTY MUSIC AND DANCE INC
IRVINE, CA
$50K
39%
Next Generation Scholars Inc
San Rafael, CA
$47.5K
37%

The Ocean Foundation
Washington, DC
$10K
8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION give?
THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California and District Of Columbia. 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 PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PETER W DOERKEN 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 PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $15 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include ORANGE COUNTY MUSIC AND DANCE INC, Next Generation Scholars Inc, and The Ocean Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE PETER W DOERKEN FOUNDATION’s website.
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