The Pottenger Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pottenger Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,050 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$63,050
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$798,518
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $12,000 | 2 | $634,223 |
| 2024 | $52,000 | 3 | $712,774 |
| 2025 | $63,050 | 4 | $798,518 |
How to apply
The Pottenger 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $12,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Lemhi County Historical Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Homedale High School | 2025 Mary Jo Pottenger Scholarship fUND | $2,000 |
| Give Kids the World Inc | TO SUPPORT Brick fund raising EVENT | $1,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Aleta S Pottenger
- Doug Pottenger
Questions people ask
Does The Pottenger Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pottenger Family Foundation give?
$63,050 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Pottenger Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Aleta S Pottenger (Dir, Pres) and Doug Pottenger (Dir, Sec, Treas).