Julie and Al Renken Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Julie and Al Renken Foundation is a private foundation in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,690 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $31,500. 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$143,690
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$289,264
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2025 was down from $146,920 the year before.
76% 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 | $93,365 | 24 | $321,650 |
| 2024 | $146,920 | 34 | $307,219 |
| 2025 | $143,690 | 42 | $289,264 |
How to apply
Julie and Al Renken 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 Julie and Al Renken Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $70,090 |
| Iowa | 8 | $21,300 |
| Illinois | 3 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $4,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $3,600 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity By The Cove Episcopal Churc | General Support | $31,500 |
| Tumiani Fund USA | General Support | $25,090 |
| Figge Museum of Art | General Support | $15,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $11,000 |
| St Matthews House | General Support | $5,000 |
| Feed The Hungry | General Support | $4,500 |
| River Bend Food Bank | General Support | $4,050 |
| Covenant House | General Support | $4,000 |
| Save the Children | General Support | $4,000 |
| The League Club | General Support | $3,500 |
| Shriners Hospital | General Support | $3,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $3,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General Support | $3,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $2,500 |
| UNICEF USA | General Support | $2,000 |
| Heifer International | General Support | $2,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | General Support | $2,000 |
| Unhcr | General Support | $1,500 |
| St Marys College | General Support | $1,200 |
| Youth Haven | General Support | $1,000 |
| Iowa Great Lakes Association | General Support | $1,000 |
| Iowa State University Cyclone Club | General Support | $1,000 |
| St Josephs Indian School | General Support | $1,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $1,000 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | General Support | $1,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys Girls | General Support | $1,000 |
| Project Hope | General Support | $1,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | General Support | $1,000 |
| World Food Program USA | General Support | $1,000 |
| Feed the Children | General Support | $1,000 |
| Care USA | General Support | $1,000 |
| Sisters of the Humility of Mary | General Support | $1,000 |
| Texas Animal Rescue Ranch and Sanct | General Support | $500 |
| Boys Girls Club of America | General Support | $500 |
| St Bonaventure Indian Mission Sch | General Support | $500 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General Support | $500 |
| St Marys School | General Support | $500 |
| Individual | General Support | $100 |
| Pearson Lakes Art Center | General Support | $100 |
| Next Life Foundation | General Support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan C Renken
- Julie M Renken
- Edward Aufman
Questions people ask
Does Julie and Al Renken Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Julie and Al Renken Foundation give?
$143,690 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Julie and Al Renken Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alan C Renken (Vice President), Julie M Renken (President) and Edward Aufman (Manager).
What does Julie and Al Renken Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and food and hunger.