David E Post Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation focused on a wide range of charitable causes, particularly in education, ministry, and community support. It aims to alleviate human suffering and improve quality of life for various populations, including children, families, and those in need. The foundation supports initiatives such as Christian education, youth programs, health care, and assistance for special needs individuals. Its funding also extends to historic preservation and environmental support, reflecting a commitment to both community development and cultural heritage.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized nonprofits or faith-based organizations seeking modest, program-level grants (typically under $5K) with demonstrable community impact and an existing local or organizational relationship to the foundation or its network.
Good Fit
- • Programs in education, church/ministry, youth development, or community service.
- • Located in or operating in the foundation's dominant state or with existing ties to organizations already funded there.
- • Track record of modest budgets and clear, tangible uses for small to mid-sized grants.
- • Introductions or nominations from previous grantees, board members, or intermediaries.
Geography
Giving is spread across many states (17 distinct states observed), indicating a multi-state footprint even though roughly half of dollars go to one state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 75 distinct recipients (similar counts in prior years) across a wide range of missions (education, ministry, health, youth, nature and community services), demonstrating a broad recipient set for the foundation's size.
New Applicants
Direct recipient-turnover evidence shows new entrants (29 new recipients in the latest year and prior-year new grantees as well), but the foundation states it funds only preselected recipients and offers no public application route, suggesting new entrants are possible mainly via nomination or outreach rather than an open application process.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
