Pennington Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pennington Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $510,750 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$510,750
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $177,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $177,500 | 4 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 2 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Pennington 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 Pennington Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Foundation | Support of charitable purposes | $1.0 million |
| Minnesota Orchestra | Support of charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy M Pennington III
- Melissa J Pennington
- Angela Pennington
Questions people ask
Does Pennington Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pennington Family Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $510,750.
Who runs Pennington Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy M Pennington III (Chairman & President), Melissa J Pennington (Vice Pres & Secretary) and Angela Pennington (Vice President).
What does Pennington Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.