Palmer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Palmer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grafton, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$65,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$724,229
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $65,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $36,000 | 22 | $712,910 |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 24 | $726,168 |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 25 | $724,229 |
How to apply
Palmer Family 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 Palmer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 11 | $27,000 |
| Kansas | 7 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $8,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Olathe Police Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | Safe harbor/joy house | $4,000 |
| Carry the Cross Ministries | General support | $4,000 |
| Whatsoever Circle Community House | General support | $4,000 |
| GPS Education Partners | Work based learning | $4,000 |
| World Vision | Covid hunger crisis | $3,000 |
| Great Lakes Challenge | Addiction rehabilitation | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Children Portland | General support | $3,000 |
| Mission Southside | Community outreach | $3,000 |
| Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Starfish | General needs | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army Milwaukee Cty | Shelter/food pantries | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Assoc Wi Chapter | Care and support | $2,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas | For emergency assistancecenter and food pantry on poplar st | $2,000 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center of Milwaukee | General support | $2,000 |
| Family Sharing of Ozaukee County | Food pantry | $2,000 |
| Advocates of Ozaukee County | General support | $2,000 |
| La Causa Inc | Crisis nursery and respite center | $2,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | General support | $2,000 |
| Kohler Art Center | General support | $2,000 |
| Royal Rosarian Foundation | Field trip program | $2,000 |
| Ballard Center | Education dept | $2,000 |
| Veterans Community Project | Veteran housing | $2,000 |
| Olathe Pregnancy Clinic | General support | $1,000 |
| Sleepyhead Beds | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean Galvin
- James Palmer
- Michael Galvin
- Jennifer Clement
- Matthew Clark
Questions people ask
Does Palmer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Palmer Family Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Palmer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jean Galvin (President), James Palmer (Treasurer), Michael Galvin (VP) and Jennifer Clement (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Palmer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and human services.