Steve Pearson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Steve Pearson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ridgewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $162,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$162,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $131,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $110,000 | 9 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $131,000 | 11 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $162,000 | 12 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Steve Pearson Foundation Inc 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 Steve Pearson Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 8 | $117,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crittenton Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Miracle League of Arizona | Educational | $20,000 |
| Seasons Center for Behavioral Healt | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Camp Foster YMCA | Charitable | $20,000 |
| People for Pets | Charitable | $10,000 |
| United Church of Christ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| World Vision | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Emmett County Animal Shelter | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hooker County Community Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of NW Iowa | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Love Takes Root | Educational | $5,000 |
| Spirit Lake Protective Assoc | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Pearson
- Lonnie Wollin
Questions people ask
Does Steve Pearson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steve Pearson Foundation Inc give?
$162,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Steve Pearson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve Pearson (Dir / Pres) and Lonnie Wollin (Secy).
What does Steve Pearson Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.