The Promethean Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Promethean Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $499,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$499,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$12.1 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 3 | $11.3 million |
| 2025 | $499,000 | 7 | $12.1 million |
How to apply
The Promethean Foundation Inc 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 Promethean Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 3 | $304,000 |
| New York | 3 | $175,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Conservation Foundation | Unrestricted general | $300,000 |
| Greenfaith | Unrestricted general | $170,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Barking Back Animal Rescue | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Mane Stream | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Stanley Isaacs Neighborhood Center | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| The Great Swamp Watershed Association | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ashleigh Palmer
- Julie Palmer
- Adam Palmer
- Willow Palmer
- Jazmin Palmer
Questions people ask
Does The Promethean Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Promethean Foundation Inc give?
$499,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Promethean Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ashleigh Palmer (President, Treasurer, Trustee), Julie Palmer (Vice President, Secretary, Trustee), Adam Palmer (Trustee) and Willow Palmer (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Promethean Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.