The John J Pohanka Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John J Pohanka Family Foundation is a private foundation in Capitol Heights, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 91 grants; the typical grant was $6,042 and the largest $215,000. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants91
- Typical grant$6,042
- Largest grant$215,000
- Assets$36.3 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
68% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 61 | $31.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 91 | $36.3 million |
How to apply
The John J Pohanka 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 The John J Pohanka Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 15 | $474,100 |
| Virginia | 15 | $463,338 |
| Maryland | 30 | $229,930 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $217,500 |
| New York | 9 | $191,824 |
| Texas | 1 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $52,500 |
| California | 2 | $33,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Center | General purpose | $215,000 |
| Gettysburg College | General purpose | $150,000 |
| Miami Music Festival | General purpose | $130,878 |
| Ut MD Anderson Cancer Center | General purpose | $125,000 |
| Wolf Trap Foundation | General purpose | $98,456 |
| Saint James School | General purpose | $80,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General purpose | $75,800 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | General purpose | $75,000 |
| The Miami Music Festival | General purpose | $75,000 |
| Junior Achievement | General purpose | $57,000 |
| Washington National Opera | General purpose | $42,500 |
| Carson Scholars Fund | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Forestville Boys & Girls Club of Prince Georges | General purpose | $32,200 |
| University of Mary Washington Foundation | General purpose | $30,240 |
| The Hill School | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Community Foundation of Western North Carolina | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Glimmerglass Festival | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Lehigh University | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Levine Music | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Next Gen Personal Finance | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Shakespeare Theatre Company | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Denyce Graves Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| US Army War College Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General purpose | $25,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General purpose | $20,030 |
| Sea Turtle Adventures Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats | General purpose | $18,164 |
| Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Miriam's Kitchen | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Wanada Auto Dealer Education Institute | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Greater Prince Georges County Business Roundtable | General purpose | $12,500 |
| Josh Freeman Foundaton | General purpose | $12,500 |
| RDK Melanoma Foundation | General purpose | $12,500 |
| Tucker Community Foundation | General purpose | $12,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General purpose | $11,794 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Colgate University | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Main Street Gym | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Morattico Waterfront Museum | General purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Geoffrey Pohanka
- Steven Parker
Questions people ask
Does The John J Pohanka Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John J Pohanka Family Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 91 grants, with a typical grant of $6,042.
Who runs The John J Pohanka Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Geoffrey Pohanka (Trustee) and Steven Parker (Trustee).
What does The John J Pohanka Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.