The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation is a private foundation in Wray, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $210,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $32,500. 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$210,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $192,986 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $192,986 | 26 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 19 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
The Clayton and Billie Poenisch 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 The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $32,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $32,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $18,125 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $17,500 |
| Utah | 2 | $15,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orphanos Foundation | Charitable | $32,500 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable | $18,125 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Garden County Schools | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Operation Kids | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army of Coastal Bend | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tohono Chul Park Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wray Area Foundation Inc | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Wray Community Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Wray Volunteer Fire & Rescue Inc | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Mt Vernon Ladies Association | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Manila High School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pencils of Promise | Charitable | $5,000 |
| VFW Post 4671 | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Horses for Heroes New Mexico | Charitable | $4,375 |
| Oshkosh Methodist Church | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Pronghorn Power Booster Club | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Clayton Poenisch
- Carl M Poenisch
- Donna Patterson
- Sydonia Ann Poenisch
- Billie Neil Poenisch
- Brady Poenisch
- Jeff Cooper
Questions people ask
Does The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Clayton Poenisch (President), Carl M Poenisch (Vice Preside), Donna Patterson (Treasurer) and Sydonia Ann Poenisch (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Clayton and Billie Poenisch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.