The Dwight D Opperman Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 61-1761422
Foundation Overview
Based in Phoenix, AZ, The Dwight D Opperman Foundation has awarded 45 grants totaling $2,350,625 to organizations in District of Columbia, Arizona and 11 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $625,000, with a median award of $10,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$2,350,625
Total Assets
$21,186,533
Median Grant (all grants)
$10,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
9
Median Grant
$20,000
% Median Grant Decline
-43%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
March 2026
Foundation Intelligence
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New Applicant Friendliness
Highly Accessible: 89%
8 of 9 recipients (89%) were new grantees. Foundation prioritizes discovering new partners. Most funding supports first-time applicants with compelling missions.
Geographic Focus
California
Grants are geographically diversified with 38% in California and funding distributed across 13 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within California, funding concentrates in Los Angeles (65%), El Segundo (18%), San Diego (12%).
Funding Trajectory
-73%
Declining funding trend with 73% decrease over 4 years may indicate reduced grant opportunities or shifting foundation priorities. This trajectory suggests more competitive application environment.
Program Areas
Education + 3 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (52%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Dwight D Opperman Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Alliance For Human Rights | $25,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | At The La Alliance For Human Rights, Our Mission Is Bold Yet Clear: To End The Homeless Crisis In Los Angeles Through Courageous Advocacy, Relentless Government Accountability, And Empowered Community Action. | 2024 |
| American Pops Orchestra | $45,000 | Washington, DC, US | Apo Was Founded In 2015 With A Mission To Build Community Through The Preservation, Promotion, And Reimagination Of American Popular Music.through Live And Virtual Performances, Educational Initiatives And Collaborations, Apo Makes The Highest Quality Art Accessible To The Broadest Audiences. Seeing An Opportunity To Challenge The Status-quo Of The Repertoire An Orchestra Performs, Founder And Music Director, Luke Frazier, Created The American Pops With The Intent Of Breaking The Mold Of The Traditional Pops Orchestra. | 2024 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma | $5,000 | Rye Brook, NY, US | The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (Lls) Mission Is To Cure Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma, And Other Blood Cancers, And To Improve The Quality Of Life Of Patients And Their Families. They Achieve This Through Funding Research, Providing Patient Support And Advocacy, And Advocating For Policies That Benefit Blood Cancer Patients. | 2024 |
| Los Angeles Ballet | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | The Los Angeles Ballet's Mission Is To Provide Los Angeles County With High-quality, Culturally Enriching Ballet Experiences, While Also Expanding Access To The Art Form For Diverse Audiences Through Community Engagement, Education, And Outreach. | 2024 |
| Library Of Congrress | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | The Library Of Congress's Mission Is To Engage, Inspire, And Inform Congress And The American People With A Universal And Enduring Source Of Knowledge And Creativity. This Mission Encompasses Acquiring, Organizing, Providing Access To, Maintaining, Securing, And Preserving Collections, While Also Documenting The History And Furthering The Creativity Of The American People. | 2024 |
| Harriet Buhai Center For Family Law | $1,250 | Los Angeles, CA, US | The Harriet Buhai Center For Family Law Mission Is Protect Victims Of Domestic Violence And Improve The Well-being Of Children Living In Poverty. With The Help Of Volunteers, The Center Provides Free Family Law Assistance And Legal Education To The Poor. We Strive To Empower People In Need And Assure Them Meaningful Access To The Courts. | 2024 |
| Southern Christian Leadership Conference Of Southern California | $5,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | The Southern Christian Leadership Conference (Sclc) Of Southern California's Mission Is To Work Towards A More Just And Equitable Society Through Nonviolent Action, Drawing Inspiration From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Legacy. Specifically, The Sclc Aims To Educate On Social Justice, Ensure Economic Justice, And Eradicate Racism While Also Promoting Voter Registration, Community Service, And Leadership Development. | 2024 |
| Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Ladmc Foundation Is A 501(c)(3) Charity Which Strives To Improve The Lives Of Residents In Los Angeles County Through Public Health Education, Community Engagement Initiatives, Health Fairs, Professional Growth Programs, And Nurse Leadership Training. The Critical Shortage Of Qualified Mental Health Workers, Especially The Bhu Nurses, Is Still Rising, Hence The Foundation's Own Commitment To Support And Raise Mental Health Awareness And Behavioral Health Nursing, Is Crucial. | 2024 |
| Library Of Congrress | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | The Library Of Congress's Mission Is To Engage, Inspire, And Inform Congress And The American People With A Universal And Enduring Source Of Knowledge And Creativity. This Mission Encompasses Acquiring, Organizing, Providing Access To, Maintaining, Securing, And Preserving Collections, While Also Documenting The History And Furthering The Creativity Of The American People. | 2024 |
| American Pops Orchestra | $45,000 | Washington, DC, US | Apo Was Founded In 2015 With A Mission To Build Community Through The Preservation, Promotion, And Reimagination Of American Popular Music.through Live And Virtual Performances, Educational Initiatives And Collaborations, Apo Makes The Highest Quality Art Accessible To The Broadest Audiences. Seeing An Opportunity To Challenge The Status-quo Of The Repertoire An Orchestra Performs, Founder And Music Director, Luke Frazier, Created The American Pops With The Intent Of Breaking The Mold Of The Traditional Pops Orchestra. | 2023 |
| University Of Maine School Of Law | $25,000 | Portland, ME, US | Generous Maine Law Alumni, Families, And Friends Have Established Funds At The Law School That Support Student Scholarships, The Law Library, Programs, Professorships, Fellowships, Faculty Research, And More. | 2023 |
| Divine Providence Studio | $200,000 | Metairie, LA, US | Divine Providence Studios Was Founded By Raymond Arroyo In 2008. The Non-profit Corporation Exists To Create Programming And Projects That Uplift The Spirit, Educate The Public, And Rebuild The Culture In Service To The Common Good. We Strive To Share The Good, Beautiful And True With All Who Need It. Dps Has Produced Award Winning Musical Specials For Pbs, Billboard Chart Topping Albums, International Literacy Initiatives With Renowned Authors, And Multi-media Projects Seen By Millions. | 2023 |
| Library Foundation Of Los Angeles | $12,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | At The Los Angeles Public Library, Our Mission Is To Empower And Enrich Our Diverse Communities By Providing Equitable Access To Knowledge, Information, And Resources. We Foster A Lifelong Love Of Learning, Promote Literacy, And Serve As A Vibrant Hub For Cultural Engagement And Community Connection. Through Innovative Programs, Inclusive Services, And A Commitment To Excellence, We Strive To Inspire Curiosity, Spark Creativity, And Enhance The Quality Of Life For All Angelenos | 2023 |
| Library Of Congress | $425,000 | Washington, DC, US | Over The Past Two Centuries, The Library Of Congress, With The Help Of Supporters, Has Built The Single Most Comprehensive Collection Of Human Knowledge Ever Assembled. Today, The Library Is Home To More Than 170 Million Books, Recordings, Photographs, Periodicals, Maps, And Manuscripts That Chronicle Achievement And Culture Around The Globe.contributions Support Everything From Acquiring And Digitizing Collections To Powering Events, Programs, And Exhibitions For The Public, From Helping To Develop New Preservation Methods To Supporting The Next Generation Of Leaders Through Internships And Fellowships. | 2022 |
| American Pops Orchestra | $45,000 | Washington, DC, US | Apo Was Founded In 2015 With A Mission To Build Community Through The Preservation, Promotion, And Reimagination Of American Popular Music.through Live And Virtual Performances, Educational Initiatives And Collaborations, Apo Makes The Highest Quality Art Accessible To The Broadest Audiences. Seeing An Opportunity To Challenge The Status-quo Of The Repertoire An Orchestra Performs, Founder And Music Director, Luke Frazier, Created The American Pops With The Intent Of Breaking The Mold Of The Traditional Pops Orchestra. | 2022 |
| University Of Maine School Of Law | $25,000 | Portland, ME, US | Generous Maine Law Alumni, Families, And Friends Have Established Funds At The Law School That Support Student Scholarships, The Law Library, Programs, Professorships, Fellowships, Faculty Research, And More. | 2022 |
| The Law Rocks | $5,000 | El Segundo, CA, US | The Mission Of The Law Rocks Is To Promote Music Education For Underprivileged Youth And Raise Funds For Local Nonprofit Organizations By Combining The Power Of Music And The Generosity Of The Global Legal Community. They Accomplish Their Mission Through Epic Battle Of The Band Fundraising Concerts In Cities Across The Globe That Star Legal Professionals-turned-rockstars. | 2022 |
| Wlala Foundation | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | The Foundation Is Dedicated To Supporting The Next Generation Of Attorneys Committed To The Mission Of Wlala By Providing Financial Assistance To Law Students In The Form Of Scholarships And Fellowships, Including The Fran Kandel Public Interest Scholarship, The Inner City Law Center Fellowship, And The Hon. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Scholarship. Since Its Inception, The Foundation Has Awarded Nearly Half A Million Dollars To Deserving Law Students. In 2018, The Foundation Created The Hon. Beverly Reid O'connell Scholarship, Which Is Awarded Annually To A Woman High School Senior Interested In The Field Of Law Or Public Service, And Who Was Inspired In This Career Choice By The Wlala Foundation's Power Lunch Program, The Wlala Organization, Or By A Wlala Leader. The Foundation Also Provides Financial Support To Organizations And Programs Whose Missions Align With Wlala, Including The Harriet Buhai Center For Family Law, The Downtown Women's Center And The Power Lunch Program. | 2022 |
| Yes We Can Worship | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Yes We Can ! Worship Center Provides Refuge And Resources To The Disadvantaged. We Offer Temporary Housing To The Homeless And Job Search Assistance To The Formerly Incarcerated In Los Angeles, Ca And The Neighboring Communities. More Than A Place Of Worship, Our Church Opens Its Doors And Extends Its Helping Hands To Support Our Beloved Brothers And Sisters In Their Time Of Need. | 2022 |
| San Diego Youth Services | $5,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Provide Safe Places To Live And Long-term Solutions Through Shelter, Foster Homes, Community Centers And Housing. Through Prevention, Early Intervention And Treatment, We Also Help Youth Before They Need Higher Levels Of Care Or Become Homeless. | 2022 |
| Joint Council Of Librarians Of Color | $1,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Jclc Inc.'s Purpose Statement Is: "To Promote Librarianship Within Communities Of Color, Support Literacy And The Preservation Of History And Cultural Heritage, Collaborate On Common Issues, And To Host The Joint Conference Of Librarians Of Color Every Four To Five Years." | 2022 |
| Library Of Congress | $425,000 | Washington, DC, US | Over The Past Two Centuries, The Library Of Congress, With The Help Of Supporters, Has Built The Single Most Comprehensive Collection Of Human Knowledge Ever Assembled. Today, The Library Is Home To More Than 170 Million Books, Recordings, Photographs, Periodicals, Maps, And Manuscripts That Chronicle Achievement And Culture Around The Globe.contributions Support Everything From Acquiring And Digitizing Collections To Powering Events, Programs, And Exhibitions For The Public, From Helping To Develop New Preservation Methods To Supporting The Next Generation Of Leaders Through Internships And Fellowships. | 2022 |
| American Pops Orchestra | $45,000 | Washington, DC, US | Apo Was Founded In 2015 With A Mission To Build Community Through The Preservation, Promotion, And Reimagination Of American Popular Music.through Live And Virtual Performances, Educational Initiatives And Collaborations, Apo Makes The Highest Quality Art Accessible To The Broadest Audiences. Seeing An Opportunity To Challenge The Status-quo Of The Repertoire An Orchestra Performs, Founder And Music Director, Luke Frazier, Created The American Pops With The Intent Of Breaking The Mold Of The Traditional Pops Orchestra. | 2022 |
| University Of Maine School Of Law | $25,000 | Portland, ME, US | Generous Maine Law Alumni, Families, And Friends Have Established Funds At The Law School That Support Student Scholarships, The Law Library, Programs, Professorships, Fellowships, Faculty Research, And More. | 2022 |
| The Law Rocks | $5,000 | El Segundo, CA, US | The Mission Of The Law Rocks Is To Promote Music Education For Underprivileged Youth And Raise Funds For Local Nonprofit Organizations By Combining The Power Of Music And The Generosity Of The Global Legal Community. They Accomplish Their Mission Through Epic Battle Of The Band Fundraising Concerts In Cities Across The Globe That Star Legal Professionals-turned-rockstars. | 2022 |
| Wlala Foundation | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | The Foundation Is Dedicated To Supporting The Next Generation Of Attorneys Committed To The Mission Of Wlala By Providing Financial Assistance To Law Students In The Form Of Scholarships And Fellowships, Including The Fran Kandel Public Interest Scholarship, The Inner City Law Center Fellowship, And The Hon. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Scholarship. Since Its Inception, The Foundation Has Awarded Nearly Half A Million Dollars To Deserving Law Students. In 2018, The Foundation Created The Hon. Beverly Reid O'connell Scholarship, Which Is Awarded Annually To A Woman High School Senior Interested In The Field Of Law Or Public Service, And Who Was Inspired In This Career Choice By The Wlala Foundation's Power Lunch Program, The Wlala Organization, Or By A Wlala Leader. The Foundation Also Provides Financial Support To Organizations And Programs Whose Missions Align With Wlala, Including The Harriet Buhai Center For Family Law, The Downtown Women's Center And The Power Lunch Program. | 2022 |
| Yes We Can Worship | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Yes We Can ! Worship Center Provides Refuge And Resources To The Disadvantaged. We Offer Temporary Housing To The Homeless And Job Search Assistance To The Formerly Incarcerated In Los Angeles, Ca And The Neighboring Communities. More Than A Place Of Worship, Our Church Opens Its Doors And Extends Its Helping Hands To Support Our Beloved Brothers And Sisters In Their Time Of Need. | 2022 |
| San Diego Youth Services | $5,000 | San Diego, CA, US | Provide Safe Places To Live And Long-term Solutions Through Shelter, Foster Homes, Community Centers And Housing. Through Prevention, Early Intervention And Treatment, We Also Help Youth Before They Need Higher Levels Of Care Or Become Homeless. | 2022 |
| Joint Council Of Librarians Of Color | $1,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Jclc Inc.'s Purpose Statement Is: "To Promote Librarianship Within Communities Of Color, Support Literacy And The Preservation Of History And Cultural Heritage, Collaborate On Common Issues, And To Host The Joint Conference Of Librarians Of Color Every Four To Five Years." | 2022 |
| American Pops Orchestra | $90,000 | Washington, DC, US | Founded In 2015 By Maestro Luke Frazier, The American Pops Orchestra (apo) Is Dedicated To Bringing American Popular Music To Diverse New Audiences In Dynamic Ways.apo's Mission Is To Build Community Through The Preservation, Promotion And Reimagination Of American Popular Music. Through Live And Virtual Performances, Educational Initiatives, And Collaborations Apo Makes The Highest Quality Art Accessible To The Broadest Audiences. | 2021 |
| Turning Point Usa | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Founded In 2012 By Charlie Kirk, The Organization's Mission Is To Identify, Educate, Train, And Organize Students To Promote The Principles Of Freedom, Free Markets, And Limited Government. Turning Point Usa Believes That Every Young Person Can Be Enlightened To True Free Market Values. | 2021 |
| The Law Rocks | $15,375 | El Segundo, CA, US | The Mission Of The Law Rocks Is To Promote Music Education For Underprivileged Youth And Raise Funds For Local Nonprofit Organizations By Combining The Power Of Music And The Generosity Of The Global Legal Community. They Accomplish Their Mission Through Epic Battle Of The Band Fundraising Concerts In Cities Across The Globe That Star Legal Professionals-turned-rockstars. | 2021 |
| Us Holocaust Memorial Museum | $50,000 | Washington, DC, US | The Museum Reimagines Holocaust Education For A Complex, Changing World. With A Focus On Rescuing The Evidence, Groundbreaking Research, Exhibits, Global Educational Outreach, And Advancing Efforts To Prevent Genocide, The Museum Shapes How Younger Generations And Leaders Understand This History And Their Role In Society. | 2021 |
| Mpn Research Foundation | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Make A Difference By Influencing Change In Research, Treatment Protocols And New Drug Development. | 2020 |
| Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation | $500 | Norwalk, CT, US | To Advance Life-extending Research And Accelerate More Effective, More Precise Treatments To Each And Every Multiple Myeloma Patient. | 2020 |
| Law Rocks Inc | $10,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Promote Music Education For Underprivileged Youth And Raise Funds For Local Nonprofit Organizations By Combining The Power Of Music And The Generosity Of The Global Legal Community. | 2020 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Provide Advanced Technologies And Treatments For Patients, Training Opportunities For Clinical Staff, And Financial Assistance For Medications And Transportation For Patients In Need. | 2020 |
| The George Washington University Cancer Center | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Drive Transformational Research, Personalized Therapy, Family-centered Care, And Cancer Policy In The Nation's Capital. | 2020 |
| Library Of Congress | $625,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Help The Library Create More Informed And Engaged Communities Throughout The Nation, Promote The Critical Study Of History, Arts And Culture, And Inspire Citizens To Participate In Shaping Our Future. | 2020 |
| Wilmer Eye Institute | $1,000 | Baltimore, MD, US | To Continue Being A Leading In Delivering State-of-the-art Eye Care. | 2020 |
| Crowdcare Foundation | $500 | Lehi, UT, US | To Empower Patients With Rare Diseases At Each Step Of Their Disease Journey - From Diagnosis, Through Education, Care And On To A Cure. | 2020 |
| Dana-farber Cancer Institute | $3,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Defeat Cancer With Revolutionary Science, Extraordinary Care, And Exceptional Expertise. | 2020 |
| Mayo Clinic | $5,000 | Rochester, MN, US | To Inspire Hope And Contribute To Health And Well-being By Providing The Best Care To Every Patient Through Integrated Clinical Practice, Education And Research. | 2020 |
| Kimmel Cancer Center | $3,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Make A Significant Difference In The Diagnosis And Treatment Of Cancer In The Dc Region. | 2020 |
| Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | To Translate The Knowledge We Have Gained About The Causes Of Alzheimer's Disease Into Drugs To Conquer It. | 2020 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for The Dwight D Opperman Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 61-1761422 |
| Website | https://www.oppermanfoundation.org |
| Address | 4961 E GRANDVIEW LN Phoenix, AZ 85018-1842 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Dwight D Opperman Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Chairman | Julie C Opperman |
|---|---|
| President | Matthew C Umhofer |
| Vice Chairman | Robert Newlen |
Forms 990-PF
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Data Currency: Last updated
March 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.