Palmer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Palmer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mobile, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $61,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $7,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$61,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$997,533
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $61,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $61,000 | 14 | $963,948 |
| 2024 | $61,500 | 15 | $997,533 |
How to apply
Palmer Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Palmer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 12 | $53,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Mobile Animal Shelter | General | $7,500 |
| A Servants Love Incorporated | General | $5,000 |
| Camp Corral | General | $5,000 |
| Dance Without Limits Foundation Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Distinguished Young Women Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Magic Moments Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Pathway Temple Church of God Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Ransom Ministries Inc | Hammer mill | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General | $3,500 |
| McKemie Place Inc | General | $3,000 |
| Rapahope Children's Retreat Foundation Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Seth Alexander Memorial Scholarship Fund | General | $2,500 |
| Taps Drill | General | $1,500 |
| Autism Speaks Inc | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Anderson
- Faye M Olensky
- Jacob A Palmer
- Jared A Palmer
- Theresa Rene Palmer
Questions people ask
Does Palmer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Palmer Family Foundation give?
$61,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Palmer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Anderson (Trustee), Faye M Olensky (Trustee), Jacob A Palmer (Trustee) and Jared A Palmer (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Palmer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.