John W Jenks Memorial Foundation
Historical FunderPunxsutawney, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-6065932 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $200.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DAVID A SMITH |
|---|---|
| Address | 327 NORTH MAIN STREET, PUNXSUTAWNEY PA 15767 |
| Phone | 8149383555 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS ARE OBTAINED FROM HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE OFFICE |
| Deadlines | MARCH 31 EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | PUNXSUTAWNEY AREA HIGH SCHOOL AND PUNXSUTAWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL GRADUATES WISHING TO ATTEND AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION, SEE ATTACHED APPLICATION. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punxsutawney Community Center | Punxsutawney, PA | Help meet goals of char org | $200 |
| Punxsutawney Little League | Punxsutawney, PA | Help meet goals of char org | $200 |
| Punxsutawney Soccer Association | Punxsutawney, PA | Help meet goals of char org | $200 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($6,200). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,800 | 5 |
| 2024 | $6,800 | 5 |
| 2023 | $6,400 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621289349100722
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-6065932
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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