James S Peterson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James S Peterson Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $419,000 in 27 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$419,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $462,500 the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $418,000 | 31 | $8.3 million |
| 2023 | $462,500 | 29 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $419,000 | 27 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
James S 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 James S Peterson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $233,500 |
| California | 3 | $65,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $43,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $37,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Hood Foundation | To support the charity's core activities. | $50,000 |
| Success Academy Charter Schools | To support the charitys core activities. | $50,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | To support the charity's core activities. | $40,000 |
| Uncommon Schools Inc | To support the charity's core activities. | $35,000 |
| Guild Hall of East Hampton | To support the charity's core activities. | $30,000 |
| Innocence Project | To support the charity's core activities. | $25,000 |
| KIPP Foundation | To support the charity's core activities. | $25,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To support the charity's core activities. | $25,000 |
| Cedars of Marin | To support the charity's core activities. | $20,000 |
| Voteriders | To support the charity's core activities. | $20,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | To support the charity's core activities. | $15,000 |
| Florida Rights Restoration Coalition Inc | To support the charity's core activities. | $15,000 |
| Recidiviz Inc | To support the charity's core activities. | $15,000 |
| Doe Fund Inc | To support the charity's core activities. | $10,000 |
| Sanctuary for Families | To support the charity's core activities. | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough New York | To support the charity's core activities. | $5,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | To support the charity's core activities. | $5,000 |
| Harlem Academy | To support the charity's core activities. | $5,000 |
| East Hampton Healthcare Foundation | To support the charity's core activities. | $3,000 |
| Faith Crusades Ministries | To support the more up campus. | $3,000 |
| Eleanor Whitmore Early Childhood Center Inc | To support the charity's core activities. | $2,500 |
| The Learning Alliance Foundation Inc | To support the charity's core activities. | $2,500 |
| Association to Benefit Children | To support the charity's core activities. | $2,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Indian River Foundation | To support the charity's core activities. | $2,000 |
| Homeless Children's Foundation | To support the charity's core activities. | $2,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To support hope lodge nyc. | $1,000 |
| Mardy Fish Children's Foundation | To support the charity's core activities. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James S Peterson
- Michael A Peterson
- Michael Shankman
Questions people ask
Does James S Peterson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James S Peterson Foundation give?
$419,000 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs James S Peterson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James S Peterson (Director, Chairman, President), Michael A Peterson (Director & Secretary) and Michael Shankman (Treasurer).
What does James S Peterson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.