The Panama Street Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Panama Street Fund is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $215,306 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$215,306
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $382,810 the year before.
20% 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 | $382,810 | 30 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $215,306 | 20 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Panama Street 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 The Panama Street Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $152,726 |
| New York | 3 | $32,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $80 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Family Childrens Services | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Philabundance | Unrestricted | $25,300 |
| American Jewish World Service | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Partners in Health | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Project Home | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Chabad of NW Philadelphia | Unrestricted | $17,000 |
| Magee Rehabilitation Hospital | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| America Gives | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ahavas Torah Congregation | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Family Promise of Philadelphia | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Public Interest Law Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hias Pa | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Free Library of Philadelphia | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Pa Innocence Project | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | Unresrticted | $2,500 |
| Federation of Neighborhood Centers | Unresrticted | $1,600 |
| Billy Penn at Whyy | Unrestricted | $180 |
| Barnes Foundation | Unrestricted | $146 |
| Rutgers University | Unresrticted | $80 |
Officers and trustees
- Barabara Jaffe
- Howard Langer
Questions people ask
Does The Panama Street Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Panama Street Fund give?
$215,306 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The Panama Street Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Barabara Jaffe (President) and Howard Langer (Secretary).
What does The Panama Street Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.