Van Dyke Billy Foundation
Invitation OnlyHopkins, Minnesota · EIN 46-3987730 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$500K
Organizations funded41
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$12.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
68% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Humane World | Washington, DC | To further the mission of the donee | $90,000 |
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $90,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | Golden Valley, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $40,000 |
| National Park Conservation Association | Chicago, IL | To further the mission of the donee | $35,000 |
| People for Ethical Treatment of Animals | Norfolk, VA | To further the mission of the donee | $35,000 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals | Washington, DC | To further the mission of the donee | $20,000 |
| St Thomas Foundation | New Orleans, LA | To further the mission of the donee | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Arlington, VA | To further the mission of the donee | $20,000 |
| Voyageur Outward Bound School | Golden, CA | To further the mission of the donee | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Historical Society | St Paul, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $10,000 |
| River Hills UMC | Burnsville, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $10,000 |
| Zoo New England | Boston, MA | To further the mission of the donee | $10,000 |
| C&w Rustic Hallow Shelter | Nashua, IA | To further the mission of the donee | $6,000 |
| American Cancer Association | New York, NY | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Animal Place | Grass Valley, CA | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Animal Recovery Mission | Miami Beach, FL | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Bluebirds and Blooms | Edina, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Companions for Heros | Saint Simons Island, GA | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Four Corners Equine Rescue | Aztec, NM | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs | Williston, FL | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| K9 for Warriors | Ponte Verda Beach, FL | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Network for Animals | Oldsmar, FL | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Paws of War | Nesconset, NY | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Smiley's Rescues | Fertile, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Turning Point Donkey Rescue | Dansville, MI | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Washington, DC | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Wounded Paw Project | Burke, VA | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Reston, VA | To further the mission of the donee | $5,000 |
| Tubman | Minneapolis, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $3,000 |
| Vested Interest in K-9'S | East Taunton, MA | To further the mission of the donee | $3,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | St Paul, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $2,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | Saint Paul, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $2,000 |
| A Voice for All Paws | Dallas, TX | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Chisholm United Methodist Church | Chisholm, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | New York, NY | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Hennepin County Library | Minneapolis, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Minnesota Humane Society | St Paul, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Pelican Lake Association | Avon, MN | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| White Coat Waste Project | Washington, DC | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Wild and Free | Washington, DC | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
| Second Chance for Blind Dogs | Sherman Oaks, CA | To further the mission of the donee | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $500,000 | 41 |
| 2024 | $531,200 | 42 |
| 2023 | $514,000 | 43 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349102534
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3987730
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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