Quick Summary
Name: John Dawson Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $1,200,000 |
| Grant Range | $10,000 - $250,000 |
| Average Grant | Not specified |
| Application Method | No public process indicated |
Contact Details
Address: 7098 E Cochise Rd Ste 100, Paradise Valley (Scottsdale), AZ 85253
Phone: 480-951-7400
Website: https://thedawsonfoundation.org/
Geographic Focus
Primarily Arizona, Michigan, and Kansas, with grants also made to organizations in Washington DC, Florida, and other US states. Cities served include Gilbert, Hillsdale, Jacksonville, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Topeka, and Washington.
Funding Priorities
- Free market solutions for public education, regulations, Social Security, social safety nets and healthcare delivery
- Limited government advocacy (low taxes, borrowing/spending, term limits, judicial reform, educational choice)
- Healthcare delivery solutions that improve individual and community health
- Youth development including educational and vocational programs, sports and the arts
- Education, philanthropy, voluntarism & grantmaking, and human services
What They Don't Fund
No specific exclusions found in available sources. Grants are limited to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations.
Application Method
No public application process specified. Appears to be invitation-only or trustee-discretion based on available information. Contact foundation directly for inquiries.
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