Pennebaker Foundation
Accepts applications
Pennebaker Foundation is a private foundation in New London, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,600 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,250. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,600
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,250
- Assets$0
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $19,430 the year before.
38% 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 | $19,600 | 10 | $0 |
| 2024 | $19,430 | 15 | $0 |
| 2025 | $18,600 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Larry van Syoc 2332 Racine Ave, New London, IA 52645 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (319) 367-2603 |
| What to submit | Grant application consists of letter from group applying for grant with a description of the purpose of the grant and how funds will be utilized. |
| Deadlines | December 1 |
| Restrictions | Giving is limited to henry county Iowa no grants awared to individuals |
What Pennebaker Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 18 | $18,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New London Community Schools | Readingwriting materials tickets to holocost mus | $4,250 |
| New London Fire and Rescue | 2 sets of bunker gear | $2,000 |
| New London Ag Foundation | Classroom resources equipment program activities | $1,250 |
| Individual | Summer camp for girls in henry county | $1,000 |
| NL Junior Baseball Association | Seeding and improving softball field | $1,000 |
| Dover Historical Society | Update electrical in new building | $1,000 |
| Mt Pleasant Music Charities Inc | New pianoskeyboards for classrooms | $1,000 |
| Dollars for Scholars | Scholarships for hs graduates | $1,000 |
| Individual | Team supplies and safety equipment | $1,000 |
| Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra | Kidsymphony family concerts | $1,000 |
| Henry County Conservation Departmen | Jareds park play area at oakland mills | $1,000 |
| Henry County Help to Others | Devestation resources | $500 |
| Henry County Heritage Trust | New roof & masonry | $500 |
| New London Community Child Care Cen | Replace chain link fencing | $500 |
| Swedish Heritage Society Foundation | New square terminal and music entertainment | $500 |
| Alcohol and Drug Dependency Service | New store front windows at mt pleasant location | $500 |
| Harlan-Lincoln House | New computer | $350 |
| Mt Pleasant Community High School | Commercial grade freeze dryer | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie Nelson
- Larry van Syoc
- Ana Lair
- Matt Fitzpatrick
Questions people ask
Does Pennebaker Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: December 1.
How much does Pennebaker Foundation give?
$18,600 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Pennebaker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephanie Nelson (Secretary and Treasurer), Larry van Syoc (President), Ana Lair (Director) and Matt Fitzpatrick (Director).
What does Pennebaker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.