Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $212,225 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$212,225
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$916,141
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $193,000 the year before.
14% 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 | $193,000 | 36 | $888,239 |
| 2024 | $212,225 | 35 | $916,141 |
How to apply
Jerry E Poncher 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 Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 25 | $188,725 |
| New York | 4 | $11,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $6,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildwood School | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Spirit Rock Meditation Center | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St John's Health Center Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The J Paul Getty Trust | Charitable | $12,500 |
| The Oaks School | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Dharma Ground Inc | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Moma PS1 | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Broad Stage | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of Montana Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hammer Museum | Charitable | $4,500 |
| California Institute for Yiddish Language and Culture | Charitable | $2,500 |
| College Unbound | Educational | $2,500 |
| Insight Meditation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Institute for Jewish Spirituality | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Jewish Healing Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| KCRW | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Metivta | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Tricycle Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| KPCC | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Media Matters for America | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Vital Ground Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Barre Center for Buddhist Studies | Charitable | $1,000 |
| J Street Education Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| PBS So Cal | Educational | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Sarnath International Nyingma Institute | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Rape Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Earth Justice | Charitable | $500 |
| Southern California Public Radio | Charitable | $500 |
| Western Center on Law and Poverty | Charitable | $500 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | Charitable | $225 |
Officers and trustees
- Lyle Poncher
- Kathleen Poncher
Questions people ask
Does Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation give?
$212,225 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lyle Poncher (President/Treasurer/Direct) and Kathleen Poncher (Vice President).
What does Jerry E Poncher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.