The David and June Trone Family
The David and June Trone Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation established in Maryland in 2011 and based in Bethesda, MD. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to philanthropic giving across education, human services, and civil liberties.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$4.5M
+2.7% YoY
Grant Count
26
-7.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$172K
+10.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary funding interests include:
- Education — particularly higher education initiatives and academic programs
- Mental Health — research and support services related to mental health and addiction
- Human Services
- Civil Liberties and Justice
- Jewish Life and Community
Grantmaking
The foundation has also supported the American Civil Liberties Union, establishing the Trone Center of Justice and Equality.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's grantmaking focuses primarily on:
- Maryland
- District of Columbia
- South Carolina
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $8,656,895
- Total Expenses: $4,391,665
- Total Revenues: -$31,053
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Number of Employees: 0
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
115 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Furman University ($1,500,000), American University ($1,000,000), Furman University ($500,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN ISRAEL EDUCATION FOUNDATION WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $75,000 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS WASHINGTON, DC | WILDFIRES IN MAUI | $5,000 |
| AMERICAN UNIVERSITY WASHINGTON, DC | TRONE FAMILY EMINENT SCHOLAR CHAIR IN NEUROSCIENCE AND BEHAVIOR | $1,000,000 |
| BRYN MAWR SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BALTIMORE CITY BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $250 |
| CABIN JOHN PARK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT INC BETHESDA, MD | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $500 |
| CHABAD OF SUSSEX COUNTY SPARTA, NJ | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $4,500 |
| CITIZEN UNITED FOR THE 44TH DISTRICT INC CATONSVILLE, MD | 29TH ANNUAL RUTH M. KIRK FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL | $2,500 |
| CROHN'S AND COLITIS FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | 2023 GREAT GATSBY GALA | $50,000 |
| FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE INC WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI | GENERAL CONTRIBUTION | $40,000 |
| FURMAN UNIVERSITY GREENVILLE, SC | TRONE FAMILY ENDOWED FUND FOR STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING | $1,500,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
David Trone — Director of the foundation. He founded Total Wine, the nation's largest wine and spirits retailer and largest domestic distributor of Israeli wines. He served as the representative for Maryland's 6th Congressional District for six years, focusing on issues including the opioid epidemic, mental health, medical research, immigration, and criminal justice reform. He is an alumnus of Furman University.
June Trone — Co-founder of the foundation's philanthropic work. She has been engaged in various Jewish and secular causes for decades and serves on the Board of Directors of the Jewish Electoral Institute.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID TRONE | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| JUNE TRONE | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| MICHELLE TRONE | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| JULIA TRONE | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| NATALIE TRONE | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| ROBERT J TRONE | TRUSTEE | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Trones have made significant recent philanthropic commitments:
**Furman University**: Provided a $10 million gift to support mental health initiatives and Hillel programming, including the Trone Center for Mental Health and the Hillel Endowment Fund
Congressman David Trone \u201977 and wife June give Furman $10 million to\**American University**: Provided the naming gift for the Trone Family Center for Jewish Life (future home of American University Hillel) and previously supported the university's Jewish Studies Program and the Center for Neuroscience and Behavior
AU receives $5 million neuroscience gift from University trustee**Penn Wharton Public Policy Initiative**: Made a $5 million gift to support the initiative
The Penn Wharton Public Policy Initiative Announces $5 Million Gift fromThe foundation's work reflects a commitment to mental health research, Jewish life on college campuses, civil liberties, and addressing social issues including addiction and criminal justice reform.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The David and June Trone Family fund?
The foundation's primary funding interests include: • **Education** — particularly higher education initiatives and academic programs • **Mental Health** — research and support services related to mental health and addiction • **Human Services** • **Civil Liberties and Justice** • **Jewish Life and Community**
How do I apply for a grant from The David and June Trone Family?
**Grant Activity (2023):** • Total giving: $4,333,800 • Number of grants: 19 • Typical award range: $100–$2,000,000 **Recent Notable Grants:** • Furman University — Trone Center for Mental Health: $1,500,000 • American University — Trone Family Eminent Scholar Chair in Neuroscience and Behavior: $1,000,000 • Furman University — The Hillel Endowment Fund: $300,000 The foundation has also supported the American Civil Liberties Union, establishing the Trone Center of Justice and Equality.
Where does The David and June Trone Family make grants?
The foundation's grantmaking focuses primarily on: • Maryland • District of Columbia • South Carolina
What size grants does The David and June Trone Family award?
In 2024, The David and June Trone Family awarded 26 grants totaling $4.5M — an average of about $172K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The David and June Trone Family's EIN?
The David and June Trone Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-3564622. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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