DFRC Inc
The mission of DFRC is to enrich the lives of delawareans with intellectual disabilities. DFRC is a well-respected foundation dedicated to raising funds and consciousness through quality events to support enrichment programs so that all delawareans with intellectual disabilities maximize their potential, independence, and enjoyment of life.
DFRC Inc at a glance
In short: DFRC Inc gave $63K across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $13K). Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $62,500
- +115.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,500
- +115.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $1,566,504
- +7.5% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who DFRC Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Art Therapy Express Program ($23K). Together the top 5 received $63K.
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 22 grants of 22 (100%).
How DFRC Inc gives
- Giving grew 69% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $22K (2020) to $63K (2024). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $63K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Art Therapy Express Program | To promote a better understanding of citizens with intellectual disabilities | $23,000 |
| Camphill Village Kimberton Hills | One-Time Donation in Honor of Dr. Tony Glenn | $15,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association | To promote a better understanding of citizens with intellectual disabilities | $10,000 |
| Waggies by Maggie & Friends | To help with ingrediants and to promote citizens with intellectual disabilities | $7,500 |
| The Arc of Delaware | To Provide Aid for the Outreach Program | $7,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,566,504 | $671,985 | $740,590 | $62,500 | 5 | $127,248 |
| 2023 | $1,456,767 | $498,991 | $646,307 | $29,000 | 5 | $9,500 |
| 2022 | $1,354,246 | $537,242 | $566,644 | $30,900 | 4 | $50,761 |
| 2021 | $1,446,924 | $461,501 | $531,193 | $37,000 | 5 | $5,268 |
| 2020 | $1,309,286 | $357,020 | $497,716 | $22,200 | 3 | $3,836 |
About DFRC Inc
Based on IRS filings
DFRC Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Human Services, based in Newark, DE. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $63K. Net investment income was $127K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
DFRC Inc is led by Marie Vacca, Executive Director on the 2024 filing; 2 of 15 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Marie Vacca
Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$6K (2024)
John A. McCarthy
President
Trustee → Treasurer, 2021
Treasurer → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bruce A. Dinardo
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lynne G. Sklar
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Martha L. McDonough
Trustee
President → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary F. Lenhoff
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ruth W. Banta
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William B. Kelly
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gary L. Mensinger
Trustee
On filings since 2021
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Harry N. Baetjer
Trustee
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debbie Supplee
Trustee
On filings since 2023
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jada Little
Former Executive Director
Executive Director → Former Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$74K (2022) → $80K (2024)
Adam Webster
Treasurer
Secretary → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nina Pappoulis
Vice President
Trustee → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Rizzo
Secretary
Trustee → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Jill C. Green (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Kevin Jacobs (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Ann Marie Haggerty (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Anthony T. Glenn Ed D. (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Melissa S. Brady (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Anthony E. Soligo (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: L. Stephen Cleary (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Coleen E. Popp (2020) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $80K, to Jada Little (Former Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about DFRC Inc
How much does DFRC Inc give each year?
DFRC Inc gave $63K across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $29K across 5 grants.
What is DFRC Inc's typical grant size?
DFRC Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $12,500, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Does DFRC Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on DFRC Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 filing were described as general or operating support.
Who are DFRC Inc's largest grantees?
DFRC Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Art Therapy Express Program ($23,000), Camphill Village Kimberton Hills ($15,000) and Down Syndrome Association ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 77% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is DFRC Inc?
DFRC Inc reported $1.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $672K.
What is DFRC Inc?
DFRC Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Human Services, based in Newark, DE. It holds $1.6M in total assets as of 2024.
What is DFRC Inc's EIN?
DFRC Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0102390. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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