Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$32.8 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.9 million the year before.
63% 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 | $1.5 million | 22 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 24 | $35.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 24 | $32.8 million |
How to apply
Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family 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 Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $880,000 |
| Florida | 8 | $357,333 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $40,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,563 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Presbyterian | Exempt activities | $400,000 |
| Cox Science Center & Aquarium | Exempt activities | $250,000 |
| HSS Foundation | Exempt activities | $220,000 |
| Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream | Exempt activities | $200,000 |
| St Patrick Cathedral Landmark Foundation | Exempt activities | $100,000 |
| The Writing Revolution | Exempt activities | $50,000 |
| Yogi's House DBA Emma Kenny Foundation | Exempt activities | $35,000 |
| University of Miami | Exempt activities | $33,333 |
| Rogosin Institute | Exempt activities | $30,000 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting | Exempt activities | $30,000 |
| Dolphins Cycling Challenge Inc | Exempt activities | $25,000 |
| Temple Shaaray Tefila | Exempt activities | $25,000 |
| Temple Emanu-El of Palm Beach | Exempt activities | $25,000 |
| The Jewish Labor Committee | Exempt activities | $25,000 |
| US 4 Idf Inc | Exempt activities | $25,000 |
| Feed the Children | Exempt activities | $10,563 |
| Inner City Scholarship Fund | Exempt activities | $10,000 |
| Bedford Riding Lanes Association | Exempt activities | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Jewish Centerchabad House Palm Beach | Exempt activities | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart University | Exempt activities | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Exempt activities | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation on Palm Beach | Exempt activities | $8,000 |
| Palm Beach Country Club Foundation | Exempt activities | $4,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | Exempt activities | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nelson Peltz
- Claudia Peltz
- Matthew Peltz
Questions people ask
Does Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nelson Peltz (Trustee), Claudia Peltz (Trustee) and Matthew Peltz (Treasurer).
What does Nelson & Claudia Peltz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.