The Pal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pal Foundation is a private foundation in Boerne, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $146,069 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,375 and the largest $36,000. 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$146,069
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,375
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $201,104 the year before.
17% 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 | $185,600 | 20 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $201,104 | 14 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $146,069 | 13 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Pal 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 The Pal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $136,019 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,375 |
| New York | 1 | $675 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Antioch Ministries Intl | Missionary support | $36,000 |
| Appalachian Underwriters Inc | Unspecified | $33,394 |
| Mental Health Grace Alliance | Unspecified | $22,000 |
| The Bridge Fellowship | Support | $22,000 |
| Mercy International | General fund | $18,250 |
| DLM Ministries | Unspecified | $6,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $3,375 |
| Dora Oliveri Agency | Unspecified | $2,000 |
| Soul Harvest Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Only A Servant Ministries | Missionary support | $675 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support | $675 |
| Church Triumphant DDM Inc | Unspecified | $500 |
| Antioch Ministries - Waco | Missionary support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter A Leininger
- James R Leininger
- John H Leininger
- Daniel E Leininger
- Peter Glen Leininger
Questions people ask
Does The Pal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pal Foundation give?
$146,069 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,375.
Who runs The Pal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter A Leininger (President), James R Leininger (Vice President), John H Leininger (Secretary) and Daniel E Leininger (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Pal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.