Leslie Peter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leslie Peter Foundation is a private foundation in Brandon, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $45,000. 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$375,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $488,000 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 | $369,000 | 24 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $488,000 | 25 | $8.9 million |
| 2025 | $375,000 | 24 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Leslie Peter 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 Leslie Peter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $145,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $45,000 |
| New York | 2 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hospit | research of cancers | $45,000 |
| Instruments of Change Inc | to profoundly impact the lives of disadvanted children through gifts of musical instruments | $30,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | to provide support for individual's families who have sacrified their lives in support of our country | $25,000 |
| hope for her | Hope for Her is a safe place where women experiencing crisis and trauma find the strength, skills and support they need to rebuild their best lives. | $25,000 |
| Greater Brandon Meals on Wheels | program administered in brandon and involves 19 churches which provides meals to about 250 recipients | $20,000 |
| Dogs Inc | to create and nurture a partnership between a visually impaired individual and a guide dog | $20,000 |
| Individual | To provide spiritual and physical aid to victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease and famine | $20,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | providing lifesaving medical care around the world | $15,000 |
| mcdonald training center FOUNDATION | to PROVIDE VOCATIONAL SERVICES TO ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES | $15,000 |
| Individual | education is a child's best path out of poverty | $15,000 |
| Individual | To provide meals to victims, volunteers anf first responders in natural disastersand emergencies | $15,000 |
| Emergency Care Help Organization Ec | To assist residents of hillsborough county, fa in crisis with emergency foof and clothing | $15,000 |
| Gordon College | education PROGRAMS | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of | provides a home for for families of pediatric patients | $10,000 |
| Individual | seeks to transform the lives of children in low-income countries by focusing on literature and gender equality | $10,000 |
| Tampa Preparatory School | education | $10,000 |
| americares | Health focused relief and development organization that assists people affected by poverty or disaster | $10,000 |
| American Diabetes Asociation | To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Fisher Center for Alzheimers Resear | To improve the care of people living with Alzheimer's disease,and find a cure. | $10,000 |
| TSC Alliance | To improve quality of life and support research for persons affected by tuberous sclerosos | $10,000 |
| Fisher College | To improve the lives of students by providing the knowledge and skills for a lifetime of intellectual and professional pursuits | $10,000 |
| The National Trust for Scotland Fou | pursue new and innovative education, preservation and conservation goals that enrich the cultural heritage of scotland | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Peter
- Andew Peter
- Erica Peter
- heather peter-grant
- kevin grant
Questions people ask
Does Leslie Peter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leslie Peter Foundation give?
$375,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Leslie Peter Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Peter (Director/Pres), Andew Peter (Treasurer), Erica Peter (Director) and heather peter-grant (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Leslie Peter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and youth programs.