Doty Family Foundation
The Doty Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY (EIN 13-2921496). Its stated primary purpose is to support other charitable organizations through contributions; it says it does not conduct direct charitable activities.
Doty Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Doty Family Foundation gave $682K across 79 grants in 2026 (avg $9K), top state New York. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $681,880
- +18.2% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 79
- -41.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $8,631
- +100.5% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $1,875
- Total assets
- $2,606,330
- -9.2% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- New York (39% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Doty Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 888 Main Street Ph 45, New York, NY 10044-0229
Phone: (203) 904-9700
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Doty Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania ($142K). Together the top 10 received $503K.
Grant Size Distribution
690 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 678 grants of 690 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, grant dollars went primarily to recipients in New York (39%), Pennsylvania (21%), Virginia (17%), and Maryland (14%). Recipients in Washington, DC received 3%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 79 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Doty Family Foundation gives
- 70% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 30% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 288% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $382K (2024) to $930K (2022). In 2026 it made 79 grants totaling $682K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | General Support | $142,470 |
| A Chance for Life Alexandria, VA | General Support | $97,030 |
| Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | General Support | $75,000 |
| Catholic Near East Welfare Association New York, NY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Iona Preparatory New Rochelle, NY | General Support | $45,829 |
| Fordham University Bronx, NY | General Support | $19,514 |
| Convent of the Sacred Heart New York, NY | General Support | $19,425 |
| Horace Mann School Bronx, NY | General Support | $19,425 |
| St David's School New York, NY | General Support | $19,425 |
| James Wilson Institute Alexandria, VA | General Support | $15,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,606,330 | $469,765 | $735,473 | $681,880 | 79 | $697,202 | $437,436 | $242,477 |
| 2025 | $2,869,791 | $453,694 | $624,627 | $576,945 | 134 | $592,088 | $422,461 | $230,729 |
| 2024 | $3,051,637 | $99,223 | $428,160 | $382,240 | 147 | $397,281 | $91,367 | $213,446 |
| 2023 | $3,378,138 | $110,102 | $581,259 | $525,933 | 130 | $540,922 | $78,900 | $9,420 |
| 2022 | $3,877,654 | $528,089 | $1,001,870 | $930,449 | 200 | $950,237 | $486,461 | $282,397 |
| 2021 | $4,433,131 | $394,984 | $827,035 | $764,100 | 1 | — | $355,816 | $281,814 |
| 2020 | $4,865,182 | $606,411 | $804,315 | $744,493 | 1 | — | $564,686 | $311,362 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Doty Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $242K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that it supports organizations described under section 509(a)(1) and 509(a)(2). Its 2026 grants included universities, schools, and charitable organizations. For example, the University of Pennsylvania describes its work as including education, research, and patient care; Horace Mann School says it prepares students to lead “great and giving lives”; and STEM Advantage says it supports first-generation, low-income, and underserved college students pursuing STEM careers.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation made 79 grants totaling $681,880. Grant amounts ranged from $150 to $142,470, with a median of $1,875. The largest grants included $142,470 to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania, $97,030 to A Chance for Life, $75,000 to Johns Hopkins University, $50,000 to Catholic Near East Welfare Association, and $45,829 to Iona Preparatory. These grants were listed for general support.
Other 2026 grants included $19,514 to Fordham University, $19,425 each to Convent of the Sacred Heart, Horace Mann School, and St David’s School, and $15,000 to James Wilson Institute. Georgetown University received $11,100, Citymeals on Wheels received $9,750, Cambridge in America received $9,300, Loyola University Maryland received $7,650, and STEM Advantage received $5,250.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Anne Marie Paine as chair and secretary, Barbara E Doty as treasurer, and Elizabeth W Doty, William W Doty, and Virginia M Doty as trustees.
Doty Family Foundation is led by Anne Marie Paine, Chair & Secretary since 2022 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 5 officers listed in 2026 is compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Anne Marie Paine
Chair & Secretary
Chair, Secretary & Part-Time → Chair & Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$18K (2020) → $18K (2026)
Elizabeth W. Doty
Trustee
Trustee & Part-Time → Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Virginia M. Doty
Trustee
Trustee & Part-Time → Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
William W. Doty
Trustee
Trustee & Part-Time → Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Barbara E. Doty
Treasurer
Treasurer & Part-Time → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $18K, to Anne Marie Paine (Chair & Secretary).
Frequently asked questions about Doty Family Foundation
How much does Doty Family Foundation give each year?
Doty Family Foundation gave $682K across 79 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $577K across 134 grants.
What is Doty Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Doty Family Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $1,875, and its average grant was $8,631, across 79 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Doty Family Foundation give grants?
Doty Family Foundation's top state is New York, with 39% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (21%) and Virginia (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (22 grants), Bronx, NY (4 grants), Greenwich, CT (4 grants) and Alexandria, VA (2 grants).
Does Doty Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Doty Family Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (79 of 79) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Doty Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Doty Family Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania ($142,470), A Chance for Life ($97,030) and Johns Hopkins University ($75,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 46% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Doty Family Foundation?
Doty Family Foundation reported $2.6M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $697K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $242K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Doty Family Foundation fund?
The foundation states that it supports organizations described under section 509(a)(1) and 509(a)(2). Its 2026 grants included universities, schools, and charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Doty Family Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Doty Family Foundation's EIN?
Doty Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-2921496. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Does Doty Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
Live grants for the work Doty Family Foundation funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Creative Impact Grants $500 - $2,500 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Doty Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 19, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/doty-family-foundation-morg_1c0dac2520c949fea4d6b7b359fb78fe
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