Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Fairfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $162,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$162,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $155,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $155,000 | 7 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $162,500 | 7 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust 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 Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $142,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Community High School Foundation | Trip to washington dc | $75,000 |
| Wsiu-Fm National Public Radio | National public radio | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the St Louis Region | Operations | $20,000 |
| Poshard Foundation for Abused Children | Women and children assistance program | $17,500 |
| John R & Eleanor R Mitchell Foundation | Chamber music endowment | $10,000 |
| Jesus Name Pentecostal Church | Meals for the hungry | $7,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Southern Illinois | Camp ben frankel operations | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael D Podolsky
- Suzanne C Schoomer
- William J Podolsky
Questions people ask
Does Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust give?
$162,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael D Podolsky (Trustee), Suzanne C Schoomer (Trustee) and William J Podolsky (Trustee).
What does Bernard & Naomi L Podolsky Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and faith communities.