Lady Pepperrell Historical Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lady Pepperrell Historical Foundation is a private foundation in Kittery Point, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $5,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $29,631 the year before.
33% 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 | $43,400 | 9 | $0 |
| 2024 | $29,631 | 6 | $0 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 6 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Lady Pepperrell Historical 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 3 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Congressional Church Historic | Historic renovations to building | $5,000 |
| Vie Ventures Foundation | Advancing cures and therapies for autoimmune disease | $5,000 |
| Wood Island Life Saving Station Ass | General support of organization | $4,000 |
| Historic New England | General support to orgnanization | $2,500 |
| Strawbery Bank Museum | Gift to support museum | $2,500 |
| Marginal Way Preservation Fund | Support of organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven St Peter
- Francois Bardonnet
- RJ Allister
Questions people ask
Does Lady Pepperrell Historical Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lady Pepperrell Historical Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs Lady Pepperrell Historical Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven St Peter (President), Francois Bardonnet (Director) and RJ Allister (Director).