Pinkerton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pinkerton Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $206,750 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $30,000. 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$206,750
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $193,800 the year before.
24% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $173,500 | 44 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $193,800 | 50 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $206,750 | 36 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Pinkerton 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 Pinkerton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $85,500 |
| Washington | 24 | $83,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $22,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $9,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $2,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel Church of Redding | Arise and Build | $30,000 |
| Bethel Church of Redding | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Vine Church of Kenmore | General & Unrestricted | $17,500 |
| JDRF International | Charitable Event | $15,000 |
| Vision House | Maintenance Fund for Vision House, Shoreline Location | $10,000 |
| Bethany Community Church | General & Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Reign Church | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Canyon Hills Community Church | Food Bank | $5,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| JDRF International | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Shoreline Christian School | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| Medic One Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Providence Heights Fka the Purpose | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Vision House | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Vision House | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| Progressive Animal Welfare Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Apostolic Network of Global Awakening Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Ashleys Kitten Academy | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Camp Gilead | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Hopelink | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| JDRF International | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Alaska & Washington | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Not Abandoned | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| A Generosity Project Seattle | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Northwest University | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Northwest University | For the Opportunity Fund and Scholarship Fund | $1,000 |
| Rescue- Freedom International | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Summit Classical Christian School | for Fencing and new building needs | $1,000 |
| Acres of Diamonds | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Equipnet | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Fall City Community Food Pantry | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Chasing the Rainbows | Charitable Event | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah L Fly
- Nancy J Pinkerton
- Lisa A Stankowiak
Questions people ask
Does Pinkerton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pinkerton Foundation give?
$206,750 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Pinkerton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah L Fly (Dir, Treas, VP), Nancy J Pinkerton (Dir, Pres) and Lisa A Stankowiak (Dir, Sec, VP).
What does Pinkerton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.