Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou
Preselected recipients only
Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou is a private foundation in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $98,250 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$98,250
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$562,523
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $108,092 the year before.
21% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $80,500 | 22 | $594,119 |
| 2023 | $108,092 | 26 | $564,665 |
| 2024 | $98,250 | 28 | $562,523 |
How to apply
Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou 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 Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $60,250 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PBS Channel | Education | $15,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | Performing arts | $14,900 |
| American Lung Association | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Social needs | $10,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Social needs | $6,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Social needs | $6,000 |
| City Harvest | Social needs | $5,000 |
| Paccama Alliance | Social needs | $5,000 |
| United Jewish Appeal | Social needs | $4,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical research | $2,500 |
| College of Physicians & Surgeons | Medical research | $2,500 |
| Ny Metropolitan Breast Cancer | Medical research | $2,500 |
| Carnegie Hall | Performing arts | $2,000 |
| Actor Fund | Performing arts | $1,500 |
| Columbia University | Education | $1,500 |
| Fund for Sarah Lawrence | Education | $1,500 |
| Israel Cancer Research | Medical research | $1,000 |
| The Center for Hearing | Medical research | $1,000 |
| The New York City Center | Social needs | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Social needs | $1,000 |
| Young Concerts Artists | Performing arts | $1,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum | Educational | $600 |
| ASPCA | Social need | $500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Social needs | $500 |
| Lincoln Center Theatre | Performing arts | $500 |
| Manhathan Theatre Club | Performing arts | $500 |
| Parkinson Foundation | Medical research | $500 |
| Temple Israel | Social needs | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Peggy Pressman
- Stephen Edelstein
Questions people ask
Does Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou give?
$98,250 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou?
Its 2024 filing lists Peggy Pressman (President/Se) and Stephen Edelstein (Vice Preside).
What does Peggy and Peter Pressman Family Fou fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.