The Palanker Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 95-4663653 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$70K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$1.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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
20% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of Burbank | Burbank, CA | Provide program for kids & teens ages 6 to 17 | $20,000 |
| West Valley Boys & Girls Club | Canoga Park, CA | Improve development of boys & girls | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA | Promote community programs in the jewish community | $15,000 |
| Mattie Jt Stenpanick Foundation | Rockville, MD | Improve development of boys & girls | $10,000 |
| Grateful Film Fund | Studio City, CA | To help bring awareness for critical environmental and social issues through the power of visuals | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $70,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $63,000 | 6 |
| 2022 | $60,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612349349100401
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4663653
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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