Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation is a private foundation in Holland, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $51,500 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$103,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$51,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$23.9 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.3 million | 2 | $18.6 million |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $21.2 million |
| 2025 | $103,000 | 2 | $23.9 million |
How to apply
Esther and Seymour Padnos 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 Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Culver Education Fund | General support | $100,000 |
| Macatawa Bay Junior Association | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William R Padnos
- Shelley E Padnos
- Mitchell W Padnos
- Cynthia B Padnos
Questions people ask
Does Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation give?
$103,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $51,500.
Who runs Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William R Padnos (President), Shelley E Padnos (Treasurer), Mitchell W Padnos (Secretary) and Cynthia B Padnos (Director).
What does Esther and Seymour Padnos Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.