Palmer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Palmer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Davenport, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $67,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $29,000. 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$67,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$410,866
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $66,500 the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $37,500 | 5 | $72,428 |
| 2022 | $105,160 | 12 | $109,871 |
| 2023 | $66,500 | 8 | $211,954 |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 8 | $410,866 |
How to apply
Palmer 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 Palmer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $34,000 |
| Iowa | 5 | $27,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Quad Cities Golf Classic Charitable Foundation | Contribute positively to the quality of life in our community, provide growing annual financial contributions to charity, promote volunteerism, provide a positive economic impact to the community through a pga tour sanctioned professional golf tournament. | $29,000 |
| St Luke's Health Care Foundation | Support the redesign of the new campus to meet the needs of patients and staff | $10,000 |
| Putnam Museum and Science Center | To illuminate our human and natural history | $9,000 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Activities related to the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and other related diseases. | $6,000 |
| Trinity Health Foundation | Support the mission of trinity hospital. | $5,000 |
| YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley | Youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. | $5,000 |
| Kings Harvest Pet Rescue | Support the adoption of pets | $2,000 |
| Gilda's Club Quad Cities | Support the mission of gilda's club | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel F Palmer
- Douglas F Palmer
- Benjamin J Palmer
- Ryan D Palmer
- Andrew D Palmer
Questions people ask
Does Palmer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Palmer Family Foundation give?
$67,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Palmer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel F Palmer (President/Director), Douglas F Palmer (Director), Benjamin J Palmer (Director) and Ryan D Palmer (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Palmer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.