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The Penner Family Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in California, Rhode Island, and Washington, D.C. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Brown University
$39.7M
29%

THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
$24.3M
18%

KIPP FOUNDATION
$10.8M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
82
Median 1st year grant
$22.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Penner Family Foundation Inc?
No. Penner Family Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Penner Family Foundation Inc give?
Penner Family Foundation Inc primarily gives to organizations located in California, Rhode Island, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Penner Family Foundation Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Penner Family Foundation Inc fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $23 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Penner Family Foundation Inc make each year?
In 2024, Penner Family Foundation Inc awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $31.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Penner Family Foundation Inc fund recently?
In 2024, Penner Family Foundation Inc awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include Brown University, THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY, and KIPP FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Penner Family Foundation Inc?
Penner Family Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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