The Stannard & Dorothy Dunn
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing financial support primarily for community-focused initiatives. Its mission emphasizes general support for various local organizations, including churches, health charities, and historical preservation societies. The foundation serves a diverse range of causes, with a notable commitment to education and human services, as well as cultural and animal welfare organizations. While it operates primarily in New Hampshire and Vermont, its funding also extends to other states, reflecting a broader philanthropic engagement.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-medium community nonprofits (museums, churches, preservation groups, humane societies, local human services) seeking general operating support and comfortable applying by a mailed letter; a regional connection to New England—especially NH or VT—is beneficial.
Good Fit
- • Seeks general operating or small capital support in the $1K–$25K range.
- • Has a local or regional presence in New Hampshire or Vermont (or ties to that region).
- • Can submit a concise written letter request and provide nonprofit credentials.
- • Is a community-focused organization (cultural, historical, faith-based, humane society, local health/human services).
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year went to organizations in eight states; the portfolio spans multiple states with the largest shares concentrated in Vermont and New Hampshire.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded many distinct independent recipients each year (76 in 2022, 63 in 2023, 49 in 2024) indicating a broad recipient set rather than a tiny closed circle; dollar concentration is modest with the top five taking 28% in the latest year.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows new grantees in the latest year (about 10 new recipients) alongside many returning grantees, and a visible public submission route (written letter, named trustee, rolling deadline), suggesting unfamiliar applicants can plausibly enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
