Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T
Preselected recipients only
Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $158,673 and the largest $383,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$158,673
- Largest grant$383,000
- Assets$27.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 7 | $26.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 7 | $27.3 million |
How to apply
Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T 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 Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $715,173 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $479,929 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Finlandia Foundation National | Matching grant, administration, communications, special project - "Saving Finland in America" | $383,000 |
| El Rancho de Las Golondrinas | Membership match, general support | $225,946 |
| Acequia Madre House | General operating support | $183,983 |
| Leonora Ja Yrjo Paloheimo Saatio | Renovation of Yla-Kuninkala | $158,673 |
| Pasadena Historical Museum Inc | Membership matching, 2024 Centennial Celebration, programming and outreach | $140,000 |
| School for Advanced Research | Paloheimo Fellow Program & Innovative Programming | $70,000 |
| Autry Museum of the American West | Reclaiming El Camino: Native Resistance in the Missions and Beyond | $33,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Halme
- George Paloheimo
- Morgan Halme
- George Paloheimo Jr
- Martti Paloheimo
- Melissa Halme Redell
- Sean Paloheimo
Questions people ask
Does Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $158,673.
Who runs Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul Halme (Board Member), George Paloheimo (Board Member), Morgan Halme (Board Member) and George Paloheimo Jr (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Paloheimo Foundation (Curtin-Paloheimo T fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.