Peter Luce Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Peter Luce Foundation is a private foundation in St Helena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $320,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $307,500 the year before.
28% 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 | $434,500 | 59 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $307,500 | 42 | $7.2 million |
| 2025 | $320,000 | 18 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Peter Luce 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.
What Peter Luce Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $71,000 |
| New York | 5 | $60,000 |
| California | 6 | $51,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East Woods School | Aid to community | $100,000 |
| Citizen Journalism Foundation | Aid to community | $50,000 |
| Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women | Aid to community | $30,000 |
| 10000 Brains Project | Aid to community | $25,000 |
| Weill Cornell School of Medical Sciences | Aid to community | $25,000 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | Aid to community | $20,000 |
| First Tee - Metropolitan Ny | Aid to community | $15,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Aid to community | $12,500 |
| Prager University Foundation | Aid to community | $10,000 |
| Center for Integrity in News Reporting | Aid to community | $5,000 |
| Childhelp | Aid to community | $5,000 |
| Dream Center Foundation | Aid to community | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Aid to community | $5,000 |
| Yountville Community Church | Aid to community | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Oyster Bay | Aid to community | $2,500 |
| Project K9 Hero | Aid to community | $2,500 |
| News - Napa Valley | Aid to community | $1,500 |
| Holy Trinity Episcopal Church | Aid to community | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Clare Luce Abbey
- Christena Luce McNicol
- Meredith Luce
Questions people ask
Does Peter Luce Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peter Luce Foundation give?
$320,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Peter Luce Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Clare Luce Abbey (President), Christena Luce McNicol (Vice President) and Meredith Luce (Treasurer).
What does Peter Luce Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.