Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Gurnee, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $83,060 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $61,978. 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$83,060
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$61,978
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was down from $109,069 the year before.
41% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $88,503 | 21 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $109,069 | 24 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $83,060 | 22 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc 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 Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 15 | $82,498 |
| Georgia | 2 | $290 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $125 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $112 |
| Colorado | 1 | $35 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra | Benevolence | $61,978 |
| United Arts of Central Florida | Benevolence | $12,075 |
| Friends of the Orlando Philharmonic Orch | Benevolence | $1,640 |
| A Gift for Teaching | Benevolence | $1,500 |
| A Gift for Music | Benevolence | $1,500 |
| Orlando Shakespeare Theatre | Benevolence | $1,000 |
| Atlantic Center for the Arts | Benevolence | $1,000 |
| Renaissance Theatre Company | Benevolence | $750 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Benevolence | $250 |
| David T Howard Middle School Foundation | Benevolence | $250 |
| Florida Music Education Association | Benevolence | $200 |
| First United Methodist Church | Benevolence | $200 |
| Orlando Sings Inc | Benevolence | $150 |
| Alzheimer Disease Research Center | Benevolence | $125 |
| Central Florida Public Media | Benevolence | $100 |
| Wucf Radio | Benevolence | $100 |
| Opera Orlando | Benevolence | $55 |
| League of American Orchestras | Benevolence | $50 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Benevolence | $40 |
| Compasson & Choices | Benevolence | $35 |
| World Wildlife Foundation | Benevolence | $32 |
| Smithsonian Institute | Benevolence | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Palmer
- J John Henderson
- Jennifer L Palmer
Questions people ask
Does Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc give?
$83,060 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Palmer (Chairman), J John Henderson (Secretary) and Jennifer L Palmer (Director).
What does Mary Palmer Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.