The DEKA Foundation
Invitation OnlyManchester, New Hampshire · EIN 27-1188399 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $40,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside New Hampshire.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| International First Committee Assoc | Manchester, NH | To assist International FIRST Committee Association in their efforts to teach children the value of technology and invention. | $450,000 |
| SEE Science Center | Manchester, NH | To assist SEE Science center in their efforts to engage the community in the active exploration of science and innovation. | $40,000 |
| University of New Hampshire | Durham, NH | To support the University's goal of education. | $25,000 |
| Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum | Chicago, IL | To assist the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in their efforts to grow the Chicago regions connection to the world of nature and science. | $10,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($375,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $900,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $865,000 | 4 |
| 2022 | $880,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621059349100327
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1188399
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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