Pennoni Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pennoni Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,950 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$93,950
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $83,250 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 | $39,650 | 21 | $960,927 |
| 2024 | $83,250 | 23 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $93,950 | 26 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Pennoni 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 Pennoni Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 20 | $84,950 |
| Virginia | 2 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel University | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Lankenau Medical Center Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| American Society of Civil Engineers | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| American Society of Civil Engineers | ASCE Foundation Fund | $2,500 |
| Drexel University | Pennoni Honors College | $2,500 |
| Muhlenberg College | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Joseph Church | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Aston Public Library | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - Cradle of Liberty Council | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Friends of John Paul II Foundation of Philadelphia | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| National Academy of Engineering Fund | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| New York Medical College | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University | Pennoni Scholarship Fund | $1,000 |
| Saint Joseph Catholic Church | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics Pennsylvania Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Charles Borromeo School | Roof Replacement Campaign | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Charitable Event | $500 |
| Aneway Project Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary | Charitable Event | $500 |
| Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary | For Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) Program | $500 |
| Friends of the Chester Creek Branch Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Peggie and Paul Shevlin Family Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew J Pennoni
- Celestino R Pennoni
- David Pennoni
- Vincent Pennoni
- Diane Wendling
Questions people ask
Does Pennoni Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pennoni Family Foundation give?
$93,950 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Pennoni Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew J Pennoni (VP, Dir, Sec, Pres), Celestino R Pennoni (Dir), David Pennoni (Dir) and Vincent Pennoni (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Pennoni Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.