William N Pennington Foundation
Accepts applications
William N Pennington Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $28.9 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $33.3 million and the largest $33.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$28.9 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$33.3 million
- Largest grant$33.3 million
- Assets$703 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $28.1 million the year before.
100% 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 | $28.1 million | 1 | $669 million |
| 2024 | $28.9 million | 1 | $703 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Grants Manager PO Box 7290, Reno, NV 89510-7290 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (775) 333-9100 |
| What to submit | An application should contain narrative of the project or program, a copy of the determination letter issued by the internal revenue service granting exemption status under IRS code section 501(c)(3), the most recent 990 and copy of the most recent audited financial statements (if available) should be attached. |
| Deadlines | Application for grants are accepted thoughout the year. |
| Restrictions | Unless initiated by the directors, Nevada is the only geographic area serviced. The charitable fields are limited to education, community services, health care and medical research. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 1 | $33.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Statements 16 & 18 | See statements 18 & 20 | $33.3 million |
Officers and trustees
- Richard P Banis
- Fred V Scarpello
- Racquel Bridgewater
- Grant D Anderson III
Questions people ask
Does William N Pennington Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Application for grants are accepted thoughout the year..
How much does William N Pennington Foundation give?
$28.9 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $33.3 million.
Who runs William N Pennington Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard P Banis (Co-President), Fred V Scarpello (Co-President), Racquel Bridgewater (Secretary/Grants Manager) and Grant D Anderson III (Treasurer/Cfo).