William Lion Penzner Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Barbara, California · EIN 33-0840613 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$219K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$8.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $30,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
12% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Ca - San Francisco Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Dementia research | $50,500 |
| Mary and Keith Hudson Ministries (Arise) | Santa Barbara, CA | Women's mental health and well-being | $50,000 |
| University of Ca - Irvine | Irvine, CA | Psychiatric research | $30,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Santa Barbara, CA | Mental healthassisting the poor around the world | $27,500 |
| Rona Barrett Foundation | Solvang, CA | Assisting seniors in need | $25,000 |
| The Association for Frontotemproal Degeneration (Aftd) | King of Prussia, PA | Mental health | $20,588 |
| Neighborhood Clinic | Santa Barbara, CA | Women's mental health and well-being | $10,000 |
| One 805 Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | Community service | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $218,588 | 8 |
| 2024 | $232,226 | 8 |
| 2023 | $245,009 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601689349100010
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0840613
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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