Puffin Foundation West LTD
Accepts applications
Puffin Foundation West LTD is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.3 million | 79 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Puffin Foundation West LTD Co Judit 320 St Albans Drive Unit 1903, Raleigh, NC 27609-8430 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (614) 499-3632, puffinoh@columbus.rr.com |
| What to submit | The application must be mailed and signed hard copy on the grant application which can be found on the organization's website at www.puffinwest.org. |
| Deadlines | Early september - late december |
| Restrictions | Grant proposals/applications must comport with our missions statement. |
What Puffin Foundation West LTD funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $440,708 |
| Ohio | 5 | $205,200 |
| Florida | 1 | $170,000 |
| New York | 2 | $125,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $63,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $200,000 |
| Dolphin Research Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $170,000 |
| Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park and Eco-Center Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $125,708 |
| Interfaith Association of Central Ohio | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $95,000 |
| Welltone New Music Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $75,000 |
| Austin Farm Sanctuary | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $63,500 |
| 54 Below Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Dublin Arts Council | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Friends of Casa of Franklin County Ohio | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| North Carolina Symphony Society Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Social Security Works Education Fund | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| North Shore Music Alliance Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $30,000 |
| The Umstead Coalition | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Hollys Nest Animal Rescue | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Theatre Raleigh Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Lake Erie Ink | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| The Emily Krzyzewski Family Life Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Columbus Music Commission | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith Kitrick
- Mark Kitrick
Questions people ask
Does Puffin Foundation West LTD accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Early september - late december.
How much does Puffin Foundation West LTD give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Puffin Foundation West LTD?
Its 2024 filing lists Judith Kitrick (President) and Mark Kitrick (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Puffin Foundation West LTD fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.