Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund
Preselected recipients only
Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund is a private foundation in Dublin, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $348,816 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $700 and the largest $337,116. 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$348,816
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$700
- Largest grant$337,116
- Assets$0
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,400 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $15,700 | 19 | $337,143 |
| 2024 | $18,400 | 18 | $353,547 |
| 2025 | $348,816 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund 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 Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $342,716 |
| Kentucky | 7 | $4,700 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Columbus Foundation | Continued support | $337,116 |
| Lexington Hearing & Speech Center | Civic | $1,000 |
| Messiah Lutheran Church | Religious | $700 |
| Cat Welfare Association | Civic | $700 |
| Champaign County Animal Welfare | Civic | $700 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Civic | $700 |
| Humane Society of Richmond | Civic | $700 |
| Lexington Leadership Foundation | Civic | $700 |
| Love of Paws Inc | Civic | $700 |
| Menifee Animal Shelter | Civic | $700 |
| O'Bryonville Animal Rescue | Civic | $700 |
| Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay | Civic | $700 |
| Primate Rescue Center | Civic | $700 |
| Barely Used Pets | Civic | $700 |
| Galludet University | Educational | $700 |
| Apopo US Inc | Civic | $700 |
| Kitty Lodge | Support | $700 |
| Bluegrass Crimestoppers | Support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Darrell Heckman
- Nancy Heckman
- Carrie Heckman
Questions people ask
Does Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund give?
$348,816 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $700.
Who runs Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Darrell Heckman (Trustee), Nancy Heckman (Trustee) and Carrie Heckman (Trustee).
What does Richard Rex Ponn Trust Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and animals.