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The Palmer Family Foundation is a private corporation based in CARMEL, IN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Donald L Palmer. It holds total assets of $4.6M. Annual income is reported at $1.1M. Total assets have grown from $482K in 2011 to $4.8M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Indiana. According to available records, The Palmer Family Foundation has made 187 grants totaling $719K, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $201K in 2021 to $256K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $263K distributed across 65 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $37K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 110 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Indiana, California, Colorado, which account for 68% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 21 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$37K
Based on 60 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Palmer Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 187 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IN, CA, CO.
The Palmer Family Foundation has distributed a total of $719K across 187 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $37K.
The application deadline is NO SPECIFIC DEADLINES. No restrictions.
The Palmer Family Foundation is headquartered in CARMEL, IN. While based in IN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 21 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Elaine Palmer | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Carolyn Palmer | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Donald Palmer | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$291K
Total Assets
$4.8M
Fair Market Value
$5.6M
Net Worth
$4.8M
Grants Paid
$256K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$556K
Distribution Amount
$241K
Total: $3.4M
Total Grants
187
Total Giving
$719K
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
110
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope InternationalGENERAL FUND | Lancaster, PA | $7K | 2023 |
| Renewing CommunitiesGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $6K | 2023 |
| Christian Foundation Of Indiana IncGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $4K | 2023 |
| Southern StairsGENERAL FUND | Greenwood Village, CO | $25K | 2023 |
| Heart Change MinistriesGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $13K | 2023 |
| National Chrisitan FoundationGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $10K | 2023 |
| Indiana University FoundationGENERAL FUND | Bloomington, IN | $10K | 2023 |
| Purposeful-DesignGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $9K | 2023 |
| Kipp IndyGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $8K | 2023 |
| The Advancement Center For Washington Twsp Schools And North Central AlumniGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $8K | 2023 |
| Young LifeGENERAL FUND | Prescott, AZ | $7K | 2023 |
| Plant With PurposeGENERAL FUND | San Diego, CA | $7K | 2023 |
| Hope SportsGENERAL FUND | Chula Vista, CA | $7K | 2023 |
| EdifyGENERAL FUND | San Diego, CA | $7K | 2023 |
| Goodwill Foundation Of Central & Southern IndianaGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $6K | 2023 |
| Wheeler MissionGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $6K | 2023 |
| Redeem InternationalGENERAL FUND | Merrifeld, VA | $5K | 2023 |
| Justice Ventures InternationalGENERAL FUND | Silver Spring, MD | $5K | 2023 |
| Love Justice InternationalGENERAL FUND | Lincoln, NE | $5K | 2023 |
| Bethel ChurchGENERAL FUND | Noblesville, IN | $5K | 2023 |
| Simple Charity IncGENERAL FUND | Durham, NC | $5K | 2023 |
| Opportunity InternationalGENERAL FUND | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Global Faith & Work MovementGENERAL FUND | Mountain View, CA | $4K | 2023 |
| CamptownGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $4K | 2023 |
| International Justice MissionGENERAL FUND | Washington Dc, DC | $4K | 2023 |
| Shepherd Community CenterGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $4K | 2023 |
| Trader'S Point Christian ChurchGENERAL FUND | Whitestown, IN | $4K | 2023 |
| Cmf InternationalGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $4K | 2023 |
| FaithtechGENERAL FUND | North Bend, WA | $4K | 2023 |
| LumityGENERAL FUND | Chicago, IL | $4K | 2023 |
| Chicago Hope AcademyGENERAL FUND | Chicago, IL | $4K | 2023 |
| Tom Ellsworth MinistriesGENERAL FUND | Bloomington, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| Kanakuk MinistriesGENERAL FUND | Branson, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Elevate IndianapolisGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| Upper Room ChurchGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| Family HopeGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| Ben'S Ranch Foundation IncGENERAL FUND | Carmel, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| SinapisGENERAL FUND | Wheaton, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| St Mary'S Episcopal SchoolGENERAL FUND | Memphis, TN | $3K | 2023 |
| Union Presbyterian SeminaryGENERAL FUND | Richmond, VA | $3K | 2023 |
| Sagamore InstituteGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $3K | 2023 |
| The Oaks Academy IncGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $2K | 2023 |
| Jesus ImageGENERAL FUND | Lake Mary, FL | $2K | 2023 |
| Indianapolis Soap Box Derby Association IncGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $2K | 2023 |
| International House Of PrayerGENERAL FUND | Kansas City, MO | $2K | 2023 |
| Harrison CenterGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $2K | 2023 |
| Society For The Advancement Of Ecclesial TheologyGENERAL FUND | Oak Park, IL | $2K | 2023 |
| Center For Leadership Development IncGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $2K | 2023 |
| Purdue Research FoundationGENERAL FUND | West Lafayette, IN | $1K | 2023 |
| Marian UniversityGENERAL FUND | Indianapolis, IN | $1K | 2023 |
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