David B Peterson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David B Peterson Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $460,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$460,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2023 was down from $608,500 the year before.
25% of its 2023 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 | $608,500 | 9 | $7.6 million |
| 2023 | $460,000 | 10 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
David B 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 David B Peterson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $350,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harlem Academy | To support the charitys core activities. | $200,000 |
| Harlem Academy | To support future leaders: the capital campaign for harlem academy. | $62,500 |
| Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children | To support the charitys core activities. | $50,000 |
| New York Foundation for the Arts Inc | To support analogue sites by jorge otero-pailos, a public art exhibition on park avenue new york. | $50,000 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | To support the 2024 onera prize. | $25,000 |
| Healing the Children Northeast Incorporated | To support the charitys core activities. | $25,000 |
| Foundation for Art & Preservation in Embassies | To support the charitys core activities. | $20,000 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation | To support the glass house. | $15,000 |
| Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship Inc | To support the endeavor 10th anniversary event. | $10,000 |
| Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship Inc | To support the charitys core activities. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Peterson
- Michael A Peterson
- Michael Shankman
Questions people ask
Does David B Peterson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David B Peterson Foundation give?
$460,000 in tax year 2023, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs David B Peterson Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists David B Peterson (Director, Chairman, President), Michael A Peterson (Director & Secretary) and Michael Shankman (Treasurer).
What does David B Peterson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.