The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Woodbridge, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,915 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $175 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$20,915
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$175
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$294,348
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $26,276 the year before.
80% 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 | $26,276 | 7 | $306,727 |
| 2024 | $20,915 | 20 | $294,348 |
How to apply
| Contact | Barbara Lichtman 14 Grove Hill Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 397-9061 |
What The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 9 | $18,871 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,024 |
| New York | 3 | $385 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $235 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $100 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75 |
| Maine | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven | Operations | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater New Haven | Operations | $4,460 |
| Yale New Haven Health Systems | Operations | $1,950 |
| Fewing Blackwelder Duce | Operations | $1,024 |
| JCC of Greater New Haven | Operations | $855 |
| Mozaic Senior Life | Operations | $550 |
| Pilates to Rescue | Operations | $500 |
| Jewish Family Svc of New Haven | Operations | $396 |
| SPCA Intl | Operations | $200 |
| World Central Kitchen | Operations | $200 |
| Thirteen | Operations | $150 |
| Congregation Beth El Norwalk | Operations | $100 |
| Feeding America | Operations | $100 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | Operations | $100 |
| Upper Saco Valley Land Trust | Operations | $100 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | Operations | $75 |
| CT Public Television & Radio | Operations | $60 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Operations | $35 |
| St Judes Childrens Research | Operations | $35 |
| Almost Home Rescue | Operations | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara Lichtman
- Steven Pechter
Questions people ask
Does The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation give?
$20,915 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $175.
Who runs The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barbara Lichtman (President/Secretary) and Steven Pechter (Vice President/ Treasurer).
What does The Susan Pechter Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.