Pumphrey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pumphrey Foundation is a private foundation in Evansville, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $190,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $7,750 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$190,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$7,750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $176,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $182,000 | 11 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $176,000 | 12 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $190,000 | 16 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Pumphrey 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 Pumphrey Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 16 | $190,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Indiana Foundation | Education | $50,000 |
| University of Evansville | Education | $30,000 |
| Oakland City University | Education | $30,000 |
| Hanover College | Education | $10,000 |
| Vincennes University | Education | $10,000 |
| Ivy Tech Community College | Education | $10,000 |
| Ascension St Vincent Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| South Gibson Schools | Education | $9,000 |
| Purdue Boiler Vet Camp | Education | $6,500 |
| South Gibson Scholarships Inc | Education | $5,500 |
| Easterseals | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ft Branch- Johnson Township Library | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Little Miracles Learning Campus Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Little Titans Daycare Corp | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jessica Klostermann
- Susan Ahlfeld
- Lynn Melchoir
- Dwight Graper
Questions people ask
Does Pumphrey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pumphrey Foundation give?
$190,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $7,750.
Who runs Pumphrey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jessica Klostermann (Vice Chair), Susan Ahlfeld (Chair Person), Lynn Melchoir (Secretary) and Dwight Graper (Treasurer).
What does Pumphrey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.