William Lion Penzner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William Lion Penzner Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $218,588 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $26,250 and the largest $50,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$218,588
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$26,250
- Largest grant$50,500
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $232,226 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $245,009 | 8 | $9.1 million |
| 2024 | $232,226 | 8 | $8.6 million |
| 2025 | $218,588 | 8 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
William Lion Penzner 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 William Lion Penzner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $198,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,588 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Ca - San Francisco Foundation | Dementia research | $50,500 |
| Mary and Keith Hudson Ministries (Arise) | Women's mental health and well-being | $50,000 |
| University of Ca - Irvine | Psychiatric research | $30,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Mental healthassisting the poor around the world | $27,500 |
| Rona Barrett Foundation | Assisting seniors in need | $25,000 |
| The Association for Frontotemproal Degeneration (Aftd) | Mental health | $20,588 |
| Neighborhood Clinic | Women's mental health and well-being | $10,000 |
| One 805 Foundation | Community service | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Johnathin A Iverson
- Cordell K Iverson
- Dyanne C Iverson
- Cordell Iverson Jr
Questions people ask
Does William Lion Penzner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Lion Penzner Foundation give?
$218,588 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $26,250.
Who runs William Lion Penzner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Johnathin A Iverson (Treasurer), Cordell K Iverson (Board Chairman), Dyanne C Iverson (President) and Cordell Iverson Jr (Secretary).
What does William Lion Penzner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.