Peterson Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Peterson Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,280 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $49,280. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$80,280
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$49,280
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $140,673 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $103,308 | 4 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $140,673 | 8 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $80,280 | 3 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Peterson Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Peterson Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $49,280 |
| Georgia | 1 | $28,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Empower Tanzania Inc | Health Care | $49,280 |
| She Is Safe | Education/Charitable | $28,000 |
| Caring Hearts Ministry Inc | Charitable/Education | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Peterson
- Pamela Kelly
- Lori Duppstadt
- Roger Peterson
- Jeff Carithers
- Dean Peterson
Questions people ask
Does Peterson Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peterson Family Foundation Inc give?
$80,280 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs Peterson Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David Peterson (Director), Pamela Kelly (Director), Lori Duppstadt (Director) and Roger Peterson (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Peterson Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.