Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund is a private foundation in Waterbury, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$220,647
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $218,663 |
| 2024 | $4,000 | 1 | $228,097 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 6 | $220,647 |
How to apply
Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund 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 Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Hopkins University | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute Student Aid & Financial Literacy | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Wesleyan University Office of Advancement | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of Washington-Seattle | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of Connecticut Office of the Bursar | Scholarship | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Webster Bank
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Webster Bank (Trustee).
What does Kenneth R Peterson Mem Sch Tr Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.