Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $140,000 the year before.
43% 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 | $100,000 | 7 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 9 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $170,000 | 7 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Mark and Jacqueline Palmer 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 Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $40,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sabin Children's Foundation | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Engage Now Africa | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of the TCX Hill Country - Kerr County Flood Relief | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Mobile Loaves & Fishes Community First Village | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels America | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Camp Bumblee Bee | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Food and Care Coalition | To support the organization's charitable purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Palmer
- Jacqueline Palmer
- Nathan Palmer
- Geoffrey Palmer
- Jasmine Byers
- Chelsea Beauchamp
- Angela Henrie
- Whitney Lewis
Questions people ask
Does Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation give?
$170,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Palmer (President/Director), Jacqueline Palmer (Vice President/Director), Nathan Palmer (Director) and Geoffrey Palmer (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Mark and Jacqueline Palmer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and food and hunger.