Penalver Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Penalver Family Foundation is a private foundation in Puyallup, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$7,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$37,276
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $5,500 | 2 | $11,634 |
| 2024 | $3,500 | 1 | $24,833 |
| 2025 | $7,000 | 2 | $37,276 |
How to apply
| Contact | Andre Penalver 2902 S 18th St, Tacoma, WA 98405 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (253) 228-8344, penalverfoundation@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Foss Scholarship Committee application form which addresses the extracurricular activities and public service of the applicant. |
| Deadlines | May 15 |
| Restrictions | With input from teachers who have attested to no conflict the Penalver Family Foundation chooses one graduating senior of Foss High School as its grant recipient; the grant is a prize in recognition of an extraordinary commitment to public service. |
What Penalver Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Grant of $5000 as prize in recognition of extraordinary public service by a high school senior. | $5,000 |
| GrahamKapowsin High School | Contribution to robotics program at high school | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Vargas
- Eduardo Penalver
- Josiah Penalver
- Mario Penalver
- Andre Penalver
Questions people ask
Does Penalver Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: May 15.
How much does Penalver Family Foundation give?
$7,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Penalver Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura Vargas (Board President), Eduardo Penalver (Board Member), Josiah Penalver (Board Member) and Mario Penalver (Board Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Penalver Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and seniors.