The Dale Foundation Inc
The Dale Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Millis, Massachusetts. Its 2024 filing reports $200,000 in grants to charitable organizations, including organizations addressing emergency relief, basic needs, children’s needs, health, animal welfare, and arts education.
The Dale Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Dale Foundation Inc gave $200K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in District of Columbia. 36% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $200,000
- +98.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,182
- +98.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $2,186,810
- +6.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 36% first-time grantees (4 of 11, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (53% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Dale Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 60 Glen Ellen Blvd, Millis, MA 02054
Phone: (508) 336-4522
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Dale Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was American Red Cross ($100K). Together the top 10 received $195K.
Grant Size Distribution
63 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 62 grants of 63 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Washington, DC (52%), Florida (21%), Massachusetts (16%), Texas (5%), and New York (2%). It also awarded a grant to Baby2Baby in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Dale Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
36%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 11 grantees (36%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $30K; repeat grants $11K. How we count
Medians: $8K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 64% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 100% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 203% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $100K (2020) to $200K (2024). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $200K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross Washington, DC | Grant will provide prevention and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. | $100,000 |
| Eva's Foundation Inc Fort Myers, FL | Grant will provide necessities & essential items to individuals & families in need in SWFL with grace, honor, & respect. | $25,000 |
| Barnabas Center Inc Fernandina Beach, FL | Grant will provide necessities & essential items to individuals & families in need in Nassau County, FL. | $12,500 |
| Dreams Come True West Wareham, MA | Grant will provide help to the children with disability and illness. | $12,500 |
| A Place to Turn Inc Natick, MA | Grant award will help provide assistance to families in need of food, clothing, and other household items. | $10,000 |
| Millis Ecumenical Food Pantry Millis, MA | Grant will provide food to individuals & families in need. | $10,000 |
| Joy of Music Arlington, TX | Grant will provide and help the students stay fit through cardio, conditioning, group engagement. problem-solving, while training in performing arts including dance, acting and music. The program integrated Mental Health, Performing Arts and Physical Health | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc New York, NY | Grant Will help provide impartial medical relief to the victims of war, disease, and natural or man-made disaster, without regard to race, religion, or political affiliation. | $5,000 |
| Humane World for Animals Washington, DC | Grant will provide and help tackling the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering to drive permanent change and create a better world for all animals around the globe. | $5,000 |
| Englewood Helping Hand Inc Englewood, FL | Grant will support human service agency that provides food, rent/utility and other assistance to our clients as well as referral services to prevent homelessness. | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,186,810 | $354,764 | $219,540 | $200,000 | 11 | $209,991 | $192,532 | $103,256 |
| 2023 | $2,051,587 | $127,825 | $114,266 | $101,000 | 11 | $102,622 | $70,561 | $95,492 |
| 2022 | $2,038,027 | $171,586 | $119,801 | $100,000 | 16 | $108,229 | $100,888 | $96,181 |
| 2021 | $1,986,242 | $276,932 | $135,328 | $100,000 | 13 | $109,134 | $205,043 | $106,014 |
| 2020 | $1,844,638 | $131,708 | $114,403 | $100,000 | 12 | — | $58,661 | $92,216 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Dale Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $103K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations providing emergency and disaster relief, food and other essentials, assistance to children and families, medical relief, animal welfare, and performing arts education.
Among its grantees, Barnabas Center says its mission is to provide Nassau County, Florida, residents temporary aid during crises caused by unforeseen circumstances. A Place To Turn says it assists families in need of food, clothing, and household items. Baby2Baby says it provides children in need with diapers, formula, clothing, and other basic necessities. Englewood Helping Hand says it provides food, utility, and other assistance to people in temporary need. Humane World for Animals says it tackles the root causes of animal cruelty and suffering.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 11 grants totaling $200,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $100,000, with a median grant of $10,000. Notable awards included $100,000 to the American Red Cross, $25,000 to Eva’s Foundation, $12,500 each to Barnabas Center and Dreams Come True, and $10,000 each to A Place To Turn, Millis Ecumenical Food Pantry, and Joy of Music.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jeffrey A. Dale as president and director; Richard K. Dale as treasurer and director; Andrea K. Flynn as clerk and director; and Kathryn Dale, Nancy L. DeLude, Mary Dale, Jessica Flynn Wright, and Nicholas DeLude as directors.
The Dale Foundation Inc is led by Jeffrey A. Dale, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeffrey A. Dale
President & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrea K. Flynn
Clerk & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Flynn Wright
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathryn Dale
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Dale
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy L. Delude
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicholas Delude
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard K. Dale
Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
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.
Frequently asked questions about The Dale Foundation Inc
How much does The Dale Foundation Inc give each year?
The Dale Foundation Inc gave $200K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $101K across 11 grants.
What is The Dale Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Dale Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $18,182, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Dale Foundation Inc that year got $30K on average.
Where does The Dale Foundation Inc give grants?
The Dale Foundation Inc gives mostly in District of Columbia: 53% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (21%) and Massachusetts (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does The Dale Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on The Dale Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Dale Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Dale Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include American Red Cross ($100,000), Eva's Foundation Inc ($25,000) and Barnabas Center Inc ($12,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 69% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Dale Foundation Inc?
The Dale Foundation Inc reported $2.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $210K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $103K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Dale Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations providing emergency and disaster relief, food and other essentials, assistance to children and families, medical relief, animal welfare, and performing arts education. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Dale Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Dale Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Dale Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8668708. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Dale Foundation Inc 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 September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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