Quick Summary
Name: The Deka Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $865,000 (2024) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | $293,333 |
| Application Method | No public application process (likely invitation only) |
Contact Details
Address: 340 Commercial Street, Manchester, NH 03101-1121 Phone: 603-669-5139 Email: info@dekaresearch.com (via DEKA Research & Development)
Geographic Focus
United States, with documented grants to organizations in:
- California
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- New York
- Wisconsin
Specific cities supported include: Durham, Los Angeles, Manchester, Madison, New York, and Worcester.
Funding Priorities
- Children's health
- Diabetes research and treatment
- Science and technology education
- Robotics programs
- STEM education initiatives
The foundation is closely associated with Dean Kamen, founder of FIRST Robotics and DEKA Research & Development Corporation.
What They Don't Fund
Information not publicly disclosed.
Application Method
The Deka Foundation operates as a private independent foundation with no publicly disclosed application process. This suggests they operate on an invitation-only basis or fund organizations identified by the foundation's leadership and board of directors. Unsolicited proposals are likely not accepted.
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