Leon S Peters Foundation
Accepts applications
Leon S Peters Foundation is a private foundation in Westlake Village, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $975,815 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $195,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$975,815
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$195,000
- Assets$21.7 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2023 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
13% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.3 million | 43 | $18.5 million |
| 2023 | $975,815 | 38 | $21.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Craig Apregan 968 Sierra Street 391, Kingsburg, CA 93631 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (559) 251-3002 |
| What to submit | Applicants must submit a letter requesting grants. |
What Leon S Peters Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 36 | $958,815 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Medical Foundation | Funds for operation, administration and scholarships | $195,000 |
| Forward Fresno Foundation | Funds for operation and administration | $150,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | Funds for operation and administration | $80,000 |
| Marjorie Mason Center | Funds for operation and administration | $60,000 |
| State Center Community College District | Funds for academic scholarships | $55,000 |
| Break the Barriers | Funds for operation and administration | $50,000 |
| Hinds Hospice | Funds for operation and administration | $45,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Fresno County | Funds for operation and administration | $30,000 |
| Children's Muscial Theaterworks | Funds for operation and administration | $25,000 |
| Fresno Philharmonic | Funds for operation and administration | $25,000 |
| Poverello House | Funds for operation and administration | $25,000 |
| Parents & Addicts in Need | Funds for operation and administration | $20,000 |
| San Joaquin River Parkway | Funds for operation and administration | $20,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Funds for operation and administration | $20,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Central California South | Funds for operation and administration | $15,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Funds for operation and administration | $15,000 |
| Ararat Armenian Cemetary | Funds for operation and administration | $13,000 |
| Armenian Missionary Association | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| First Armenian Presbyterian Church | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| Fresno Rescue Mission | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| Holy Trinity Armenian Church | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| Rose of Sharon Church | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| St Gregory Armenian Church | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| St Paul Armenian Church | Funds for operation and administration | $10,000 |
| Armenian General Benevolent Union | Funds for operation and administration | $7,000 |
| California State University Fresno | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Central Ca Food Bank | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Charlie Keyan Armenian Community School | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Court Schools PTA | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Fresno Historical Society | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Friends of Historic Kingsburg | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Rotary Storyland | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| San Joaquin College of Law | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| Sierra Meadows Foundation | Funds for operation and administration | $5,000 |
| CBWC (Christian Business Women's Connection) | Funds for operation and administration | $3,500 |
| Fresno Chamber of Commerce | Funds for operation and administration | $1,315 |
| The Discovery Center | Funds for operation and administration | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig Apregan
- Mark Ruof
- Janice Chitjian
- David Peters
- Dennis Peters
- Jeff Apregan
Questions people ask
Does Leon S Peters Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Leon S Peters Foundation give?
$975,815 in tax year 2023, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Leon S Peters Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Craig Apregan (President), Mark Ruof (Vice President), Janice Chitjian (Secretary) and David Peters (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Leon S Peters Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.