John R Peterson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John R Peterson Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $984,449 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,290 and the largest $231,500. 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$984,449
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,290
- Largest grant$231,500
- Assets$25.0 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
61% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $906,657 | 7 | $20.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 12 | $23.6 million |
| 2025 | $984,449 | 18 | $25.0 million |
How to apply
John R Peterson Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What John R Peterson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 6 | $455,170 |
| California | 9 | $417,578 |
| Virginia | 1 | $108,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,701 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Humane Society | Animal Welfare Grant | $231,500 |
| PetFix Spay and Neuter | Animal Welfare Grant/IT | $194,608 |
| Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation | Animal Welfare Grant | $173,000 |
| Aloha lio Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $115,011 |
| Lucky Dog Animal Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $108,000 |
| Good Cat Network | Animal Welfare Grant | $100,832 |
| Kauai Humane Society | Animal Welfare Grant | $38,000 |
| Kauai SPCA | Animal Welfare Grant/IT | $6,195 |
| HIT Living Dog Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $2,521 |
| California Doodle | Animal Welfare Grant | $2,060 |
| Tails Gray Resue | Animal Welfare Grant | $2,000 |
| Mother of Dragons Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $2,000 |
| Southeast German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $2,000 |
| Paws for Life K9 Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $1,800 |
| Pawsla | Animal Welfare Grant | $1,718 |
| Carolina Loving Hound Rescue | Animal Welfare Grant | $1,701 |
| Pet Rescue Solutions | Animal Welfare Grant | $979 |
| Lnai Cat Sanctuary | Animal Welfare Grant | $524 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine Chow
- Dr Stanley Perkins
- Dr Jeffery Zuba
- Ann Springgate
- Leda Chong
Questions people ask
Does John R Peterson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John R Peterson Foundation give?
$984,449 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,290.
Who runs John R Peterson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine Chow (President/CEO), Dr Stanley Perkins (Secretary), Dr Jeffery Zuba (Board of Director) and Ann Springgate (Board of Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John R Peterson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.