Pennington Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Pennington Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denham Springs, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 57 grants; the typical grant was $15,750 and the largest $450,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$15,750
- Largest grant$450,000
- Assets$37.8 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $33.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 57 | $37.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Pam Cowart 13337 Buddy Ellis Rd, Denham Springs, LA 70726 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (225) 907-8909, pam@paulap.com |
| Restrictions | To be determined |
What Pennington Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 53 | $1.8 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $75,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennington Biomedical Foundation | The answer 2025/2024 annual support | $450,000 |
| Baton Rouge Symphony | Pennington great performers | $183,000 |
| Baton Rouge General Foundation | Arts in medicine at br general | $130,000 |
| The Emerge Center | 2024 annual support | $89,240 |
| Athletes for Hope | Strengthening br youth mental health | $75,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge | 2024 annual support | $75,000 |
| Baton Rouge Youth Coalition Inc | Class of 2029 srl/sel programs | $50,000 |
| Children's Health Fund | Overcoming access barriers | $50,000 |
| Knock Knock Children's Museum | Access for all initiative | $50,000 |
| Louisiana Arts & Science Museum | Superhuman body show/lasm gala spons | $50,000 |
| Louisiana Key Academy | La key academy theater sound & light | $30,000 |
| Make A Wish Louisiana | Making wishes come true | $30,000 |
| The National World War II Museum | Education and access k12 | $30,000 |
| Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge | Dance for all 2025 | $25,000 |
| Baton Rouge Children's Advocacy Ctr | Mental health program | $25,000 |
| Catholic High | 2024 gift | $25,000 |
| Episcopal School of Baton Rouge | 2024 gift | $25,000 |
| Hope Ministries of Baton Rouge | Going beyond: a seat at the table | $25,000 |
| Playmakers of Baton Rouge | Playmakers inclusion initiative | $25,000 |
| St Aloysius Catholic School | 2024 gift | $25,000 |
| St Joseph's Academy | 2024 gift | $25,000 |
| YMCA of the Capital Area | Expanding access to YMCA programs | $25,000 |
| Young Entrepreneurs Academy of BR | Young entrepreneurs academy of br | $25,000 |
| Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation | Project ark:animals reaching kids | $20,000 |
| Girl Scouts Louisiana East | Girls empowered:bldg healthy life | $20,000 |
| Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank | Backpack program for student success | $20,000 |
| Career Compass of Lousiana | 12th grade college & career coaching | $20,000 |
| Manship Theatre | 20 year dance celebration | $20,000 |
| Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response | Survivor assistance fund | $15,750 |
| International Child Art Foundation | Ebr arts olympiad | $15,000 |
| Southeast Louisiana Legal Services | Keeping families safe project | $15,000 |
| Amikids | Economic opportunity training | $10,000 |
| Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre Inc | 2024 annual support | $10,000 |
| Big River Economic and Agricultural | Farm to table nutrition | $10,000 |
| Friends of LSU Museum of Art | Golden legacy | $10,000 |
| Gateway Therapeutic Horsemanship | Empowerment through stability | $10,000 |
| Girls on the Run South Louisiana | Gotr coaches: critical element | $10,000 |
| Hospice of Baton Rouge | Hospice camp conquer | $10,000 |
| I Amempowering the Next Generation | Curriculum expansion project | $10,000 |
| Innocence Project of New Orleans | Wrongful convictions in gbr | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula Pennington de la Brentonne
- Pamela Cowart
- Shannon Blackstone Smith
Questions people ask
Does Pennington Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Pennington Family Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $15,750.
Who runs Pennington Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paula Pennington de la Brentonne (President), Pamela Cowart (Treasurer) and Shannon Blackstone Smith (Vice Preside).
What does Pennington Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and health.