Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN
Preselected recipients only
Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.2 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $6.0 million. 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$10.2 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$6.0 million
- Assets$11.4 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $19.3 million |
| 2025 | $10.2 million | 13 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN 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 Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $8.2 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1.5 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center | Unrestricted general | $6.0 million |
| University of California - San Francisco | Unrestricted general | $2.0 million |
| Rutgers University Foundation | Unrestricted general | $1.5 million |
| Brandeis University | Unrestricted general | $500,000 |
| Bet Tzedek Legal Services | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| SPCA la | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles County Animal Care Fdn | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Assn & Related Disorder | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Houston Hospice | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen L Kerrigan
- Larry Freeman
- D Jeffrey Hirschberg
- Paul Krasnow
Questions people ask
Does Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN give?
$10.2 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen L Kerrigan (President/Board Chairwomen), Larry Freeman (Board Member), D Jeffrey Hirschberg (Board Member) and Paul Krasnow (Cfo/Secretary).
What does Norman and Mary Pattiz FDTN fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and animals.