Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Port Washington, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,746 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,500. 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$34,746
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$592,605
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,521 the year before.
30% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,925 | 29 | $500,493 |
| 2024 | $30,521 | 36 | $586,109 |
| 2025 | $34,746 | 33 | $592,605 |
How to apply
Joseph J Peltz 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 Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 21 | $26,058 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $3,800 |
| California | 4 | $1,450 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,153 |
| Nevada | 1 | $535 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Best Friends Animal Society | To assist org in charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| Brave Generation | To assist org in charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Institute for Animal Happiness | To assist org in charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Dartmouth College | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $3,800 |
| Sato Project | To assist org in charitable purpose | $2,575 |
| Long Island Cares | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $1,084 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | To assist org in charitable purpose | $1,027 |
| Community Chest of Port Washington | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | To assist org in charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| The Museum of Modern Art | To assist org in charitable purpose | $600 |
| Pets of Homeless | To assist org in charitable purpose | $535 |
| Wnyc | To assist org in charitable purpose | $512 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $500 |
| The Trevor Project | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $500 |
| Somerset Regional Animal Shelter | To assist org in charitable purpose | $500 |
| Black Girls Code | To assist org in charitable purpose | $500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) | To assist org in charitable purpose | $500 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Foundation | To assist org in charitable purpose | $500 |
| Musicares Foundation | To assist org in charitable purpose | $500 |
| Proud Rescuers of Puerto Rico Inc | To assist org in charitable purpose | $500 |
| The Nicholas Center | To assist org in charitable purpose | $350 |
| Room to Grow | To assist org in charitable purpose | $261 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $250 |
| World Central Kitchen | To assist organizations for religious, charitable, scientific,literary, or educational purposes | $250 |
| God's Love We Deliver | To assist org in charitable purpose | $250 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | To assist org in charitable purpose | $250 |
| Long Beach Soup Kitchen | To assist org in charitable purpose | $250 |
| Sierra Club | To assist org in charitable purpose | $250 |
| Rainforest Action Network | To assist org in charitable purpose | $250 |
| TCS NYC MARATHON(Benefitting Sunrise Day Camps Assn) | To assist org in charitable purpose | $226 |
| Happy Ditto Inc | To assist org in charitable purpose | $200 |
| United Breast Cancer Organization | To assist org in charitable purpose | $200 |
| Dana Farber Jimmy Fund | To assist org in charitable purpose | $126 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Peltz
- Alison Peltz
- Henry Peltz
Questions people ask
Does Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc give?
$34,746 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Peltz (President), Alison Peltz (Secretary) and Henry Peltz (Director).
What does Joseph J Peltz Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, arts and culture and education.