Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation
Accepts applications
Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, West Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $175,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$175,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $131,500 the year before.
18% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $131,500 | 10 | $3.0 million |
| 2023 | $131,500 | 9 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $131,500 | 9 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $175,000 | 11 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John Poffenbarger 500 Lee St E, Charleston, WV 25301 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (304) 353-9000 |
| What to submit | Letter describing educational and financial needs, or request from educational institution. |
| Restrictions | Limited to kanawha county, wv |
What Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 11 | $175,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WV State University Foundation | School and student supplies | $40,000 |
| Ben Franklin Vocational Center | Student needs etc. | $35,000 |
| Kanawha-Charleston Humane Society | Animal care and supplies | $25,000 |
| University of Charleston | Student needs etc. | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club of Charleston WV | Student supplies | $13,500 |
| Backpackbuddyorg | Student supplies, etc. | $10,000 |
| Bob Burdette Center Inc | Student supplies, etc. | $10,000 |
| Education Elevators Fdn | Student needs etc. | $7,500 |
| Shawnee Park Foundation Inc | Student needs etc. | $5,000 |
| Childhood Language Center | Child care and supplies | $5,000 |
| Dunbar - Institute Samaritan Center | Student neeeds etc. | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly Castleberry
- John T Poffenbarger
- Susan Poffenbarger
- John G Poffenbarger
Questions people ask
Does Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation give?
$175,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelly Castleberry (Advisor), John T Poffenbarger (Trustee), Susan Poffenbarger (Trustee) and John G Poffenbarger (Trustee).
What does Helen W Poffenbarger and Perry S Poffenbarger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.