Pumpkin Seeds Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Pumpkin Seeds Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sea Cliff, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $408,707 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $353,707. 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$408,707
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$353,707
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $126,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $126,000 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $408,707 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Pumpkin Seeds 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $396,707 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Myriad USA Inc | Unrestricted | $353,707 |
| Brooke Jackman Foundation | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Kiss the Ground | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreation Center | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Haymakers for Hope | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Geller
- Melisa Geller
- Madeline Sara Mindich
- Lily Forest Mindich
- Emma Willow Mindich
Questions people ask
Does Pumpkin Seeds Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pumpkin Seeds Foundation Inc give?
$408,707 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Pumpkin Seeds Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan Geller (Co-President/Treasurer), Melisa Geller (Co-President), Madeline Sara Mindich (Director) and Lily Forest Mindich (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.