The James G and Purcell S Palmer Found
Invitation OnlyCatskill, New York · EIN 36-4112851 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$350K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,390 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Cole National Historic Site | Catskill, NY | To assist with charitable purpose of recipient | $100,000 |
| Columbia Greene Community College Foundation | Hudson, NY | To assist with charitable purpose of recipient | $100,000 |
| Vassar College | Poughkeepsie, NY | To assist with charitable purpose of recipient | $100,000 |
| University of Dayton | Dayton, OH | To assist with charitable purpose of recipient | $50,390 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $350,390 | 4 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511349349101441
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4112851
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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