The Dillon Henry Foundation
Historical FunderSanta Monica, California · EIN 26-0869143 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | HARRIET ZARETSKY |
|---|---|
| Address | 801 LATIMER ROAD, SANTA MONICA CA 90402 |
| Phone | 3104592689 |
| Form and materials | SEE ITEM 2D BELOW. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | THE ORGANIZATION GRANTS SCHOLARSHIPS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDAUALS WITH THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: 1. ANY GRADUATING SENIOR AT PALISADES CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL WHO WILL ATTEND A 2 OR 4 YEARS COLLEGE OR UNIVERSIY 2. THE APPLICANT MUST HAVE ATTENDED PALISADES HIGH FOR AT LEAST 2 YEARS 3. THE APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT AN ESSAY, AND COMPLETE AN APPLICATION ALONG WITH ONE LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FROM A TEACHER, COUNSELOR, EMPLOYER OR COMMUNITY LEADER 4. THE APPLICANT HAS FIANCIAL NEEDS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
10% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Action Kivu Inc | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $117,846 |
| Surfrider Foundation | San Clemente, CA | General support | $15,000 |
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $2,000 |
| University of California - Riverside | Riverside, CA | General support | $2,000 |
| University of California - Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| Sarah Lawrence College | Bronxville, NY | General support | $1,000 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| Otis College | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $500 |
| University of California - Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | General support | $500 |
| Santa Monica College | Santa Monica, CA | General support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $141,346 | 10 |
| 2023 | $143,705 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523119349101867
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0869143
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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