Pettit Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pettit Foundation is a private foundation in Torrance, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $2.1 million | 23 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 26 | $0 |
How to apply
Pettit 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 Pettit Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York. It also paid $20,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $825,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $365,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $300,000 |
| California | 8 | $280,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $210,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $100,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Smithsonian Institute | Support. | $500,000 |
| Individual | Support | $300,000 |
| Foundation for Anthropological Stud | Support. | $300,000 |
| ACLU | Support. | $275,000 |
| Music Association of Aspen | support | $200,000 |
| Catlin Gable School | Support. | $110,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | Support. | $100,000 |
| Americans for Oxford | Support. | $100,000 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental | Support. | $100,000 |
| Operation Push | Support | $100,000 |
| The Hope Center | Support. | $50,000 |
| MCDS | Support. | $50,000 |
| Aim for High School | Support. | $50,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Support | $50,000 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation | Support | $50,000 |
| St Cloud Technical Community Colleg | Support | $50,000 |
| Earthways Foundation | Support. | $50,000 |
| The Living Desert | Support. | $50,000 |
| The Santa Fe Institute | Support. | $25,000 |
| George Balachine Foundation | Support | $25,000 |
| Action for Afghan Women | Support | $25,000 |
| Swiss National Museum | Support. | $20,000 |
| Roaring Fork Early Learning Fund | Support. | $15,000 |
| The Lighthouse Project | Support | $10,000 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | Support. | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Foundation | Support. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Furlotti
- Allison Furlotti
- Patrick Furlotti
- Michael Furlotti
Questions people ask
Does Pettit Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pettit Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Pettit Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy Furlotti (President), Allison Furlotti (Secretary), Patrick Furlotti (Director) and Michael Furlotti (Treasurer).
What does Pettit Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.