The Palmer Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Palmer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $287,650 in 64 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$287,650
- Number of grants64
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $259,105 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 | $255,700 | 62 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $259,105 | 59 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $287,650 | 64 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Donaldcarolyn Palmer 2410 Londonberry Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 590-0159 |
| What to submit | No special form |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What The Palmer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 35 | $121,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $29,500 |
| California | 4 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $9,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $9,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $7,000 |
| Missouri | 3 | $6,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Stairs | General fund | $50,000 |
| Bright Hope International | General fund | $10,000 |
| Heart Change Ministries | General fund | $10,000 |
| National Chrisitan Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Bethel Church | General fund | $9,000 |
| The Advancement Center for Washington TWSP Schools and North Central Alumni | General fund | $9,000 |
| Young Life | General fund | $9,000 |
| Opportunity International | General fund | $7,500 |
| Goodwill Foundation of Central & Southern Indiana | General fund | $6,500 |
| CMF International | General fund | $6,000 |
| Hope International | General fund | $6,000 |
| Justice Ventures International | General fund | $6,000 |
| KIPP Indy | General fund | $6,000 |
| Plant With Purpose | General fund | $6,000 |
| Purposeful-Design | General fund | $5,500 |
| Sagamore Institute | General fund | $5,500 |
| Wheeler Mission | General fund | $5,500 |
| Camptown | General fund | $5,000 |
| Elevate Indianapolis | General fund | $5,000 |
| Global Faith & Work Movement | General fund | $5,000 |
| Grit and Grace Project Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association DBA Riley Children's Endowment | General fund | $5,000 |
| Kids Alive International Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Lumity | General fund | $5,000 |
| Redeem International | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Refuge Community Outreach LLC | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ur Chicago Alliance | General fund | $5,000 |
| Youth With A Mission | General fund | $5,000 |
| Edify | General fund | $4,000 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | General fund | $4,000 |
| St Mary's Episcopal School | General fund | $4,000 |
| Faithtech | General fund | $3,000 |
| Janus Developmental Services | General fund | $3,000 |
| Kanakuk Ministries | General fund | $3,000 |
| Orbis Ministries Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $3,000 |
| St Vincent Hospital Foundation Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| The Brave Collective Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Apprentice University Foundation Inc (Veritcal Immersive) | General fund | $2,500 |
| Midwest Food Bank | General fundgeneral fund | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Palmer
- Carolyn Palmer
- M Elaine Palmer
Questions people ask
Does The Palmer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Palmer Family Foundation give?
$287,650 in tax year 2025, across 64 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Palmer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald Palmer (Director), Carolyn Palmer (Director) and M Elaine Palmer (Director).
What does The Palmer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.