John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation is a private foundation in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $110,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$110,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $84,000 the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $49,500 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $84,000 | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $110,000 | 9 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation 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 John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $85,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Penn State Wilkes Barre Campus | Charitable | $35,000 |
| NYU Langone Medical Center | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Geisinger Health Foundation - Healing Gardens | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic | Charitable | $10,000 |
| FM Kirby Center for Performing Arts - Laux Young People | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wilkes University | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Way of Wyoming Valley | Charitablecharitablecharitable | $2,500 |
| Volunteers in Medicine | Charitablecharitable | $1,500 |
| Volunteers of America - Dial A Driver Program | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Keup
Questions people ask
Does John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation give?
$110,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Keup (Director).
What does John J & Marjorie M Passan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and arts and culture.