Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Orlando, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$250,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $317,000 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $277,000 | 14 | $5.9 million |
| 2023 | $317,000 | 16 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 16 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Truist Bank Foundations Endowments 333 South Garland Avenue 17th Floor, Orlando, FL 32801 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (407) 237-4354 |
| What to submit | Letter of inquiry should be submitted to Truist. Potential grantees may then be requested to submit additional documentation. |
| Restrictions | Grants are restricted to the prevention of cruelty to animals and/or for the benefit of animals, to foster research and education of persons involved in fields benefiting animals, and for facilities to protect animals, including medical assistance and food for such animals. |
What Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $75,000 |
| Florida | 9 | $60,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $60,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for a Humane Economy | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $70,000 |
| World Parrott Trust Usa Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $60,000 |
| Greater Good Charities | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $40,000 |
| Street Paws Rescue Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $15,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $10,000 |
| Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Chimp Haven Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Darbster Foundation Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Defenders Of Wildlife | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Flamingo Gardens Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Global Sanctuary for Elephants | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| No Paw Left Behind of the United States Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Save the Chimps Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Wellbeing International | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
| Zoo Miami Foundation Inc | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Truist Bank
- Wildlife Care Center
- University of Florida
- University of Miami
Questions people ask
Does Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Truist Bank (Co-Trustee), Wildlife Care Center (Co-Trustee), University of Florida (Co-Trustee) and University of Miami (Co-Trustee).
What does Folke H Peterson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and international.