Posner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Posner Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $166,800 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$166,800
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $153,450 | 18 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 20 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $166,800 | 15 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Posner 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 Posner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $100,000 |
| Wisconsin | 7 | $66,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Branson School | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Desert Biennial | Kimsooja's installation To Breathe for Desert X | $25,000 |
| Saint Josephs Arts Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Coalition for Children Youth & Families | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc | Israel Support Fund | $10,000 |
| Marin Montessori School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Museum Associates | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Cancer Research Fund | $10,000 |
| Childrens Outing Assn | General & Unrestricted | $9,400 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum Inc | General & Unrestricted | $9,400 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee Inc | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| The Bay School of San Francisco | for the Robotics club and general support | $5,000 |
| Get Lit Words Ignite Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Posner
- Wendy Posner
Questions people ask
Does Posner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Posner Foundation give?
$166,800 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Posner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Posner (Pres, Treas, Dir) and Wendy Posner (Dir, Sec, VP).
What does Posner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.