Perkins-Ponder Foundation
Accepts applications
Perkins-Ponder Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$62,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $59,500 the year before.
39% 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 | $55,000 | 14 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $59,500 | 14 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $62,000 | 13 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | MARK DRAKE co BANK OF AMERICA 3414 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326-1113 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (404) 264-1377 |
| What to submit | APPLICATION AVAILABLE ON www.bankofamerica.com/grantmaking |
| Deadlines | February 1 |
| Restrictions | Organizations offering human services in bibb county, Georgia |
What Perkins-Ponder Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 11 | $54,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Middle Georgia Justice | Unrestricted general | $7,000 |
| Macon Volunteer Clinic | Unrestricted general | $7,000 |
| Loaves and Fishes Ministry | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Methodist Home for Children | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Rebuilding Macon | Youth volunteer program | $5,000 |
| Wesley Glen Ministries | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Depaul USA | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Museum of Arts & Sciences | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Central Georgia | Whatever it take initiative | $2,500 |
| Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Queen Academy | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
- Elizabeth Hardin
- Hon Robert Reichert
Questions people ask
Does Perkins-Ponder Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: February 1.
How much does Perkins-Ponder Foundation give?
$62,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Perkins-Ponder Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee), Elizabeth Hardin (Committee Member) and Hon Robert Reichert (Committee Member).
What does Perkins-Ponder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and housing and homelessness.