John P Peterson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John P Peterson Foundation is a private foundation in Park Ridge, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$69,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.8 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,650 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $61,388 | 13 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $65,650 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $69,000 | 11 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
John P Peterson 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 John P Peterson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $32,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $8,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanna Dennis
- James Burns III
- Ligerie Burns
- Eddy Ladd
- James Burns IV
- Alexia Ladd
- Diana Ladd
- Christopher Burns
- Caitlin Burns
- Saul Dennis
Questions people ask
Does John P Peterson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John P Peterson Foundation give?
$69,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs John P Peterson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joanna Dennis (Trustee), James Burns III (Administrative Trustee), Ligerie Burns (Trustee) and Eddy Ladd (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does John P Peterson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.