Dgdg Does Good Foundation
The DGDG Does Good Foundation is the charitable arm of Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG) based in San Jose; it was announced in Sept 2019 and is described on DGDG.com. IRS/ProPublica records (EIN 84-1813222) show 501(c)(3) status and 990‑PF filings with grant activity through 2023.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-midsize nonprofits seeking program support, especially organizations with a California presence or clear local impact, requesting modest to mid-sized grants.
Good Fit
- • Project or program support requests rather than large capital campaigns.
- • Asking for modest amounts (many 2023 grants were under $5,000 and the median was about $1,000).
- • Evidence of California-based activity or measurable impact in the San Jose/Bay Area.
- • Clear, time-sensitive requests that can be submitted at least one month ahead of a monthly review cycle.
- • Programs in education, youth development, community services, or health.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year reached recipients in five different states, though 62% of grant dollars were concentrated in California and the foundation is based in San Jose.
Recipient Variety
The latest year funded 25 distinct recipients with no returning grantees from the prior year, indicating a broad and varied recipient set despite some dollar concentration among the top five.
New Applicants
Direct evidence from 2023 shows 25 new grantees and a public online submission route with published timing; while the foundation also declares an only-preselected policy, observed giving behavior supports realistic access for unfamiliar applicants.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
