The Peter T Joseph Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Peter T Joseph Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $279,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $32,500. 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$279,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $192,000 the year before.
41% 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 | $220,000 | 24 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $192,000 | 21 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $279,000 | 23 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
The Peter T Joseph 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 The Peter T Joseph Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $65,000 |
| California | 2 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $42,000 |
| Ohio | 8 | $41,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $21,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $21,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brennan Center for Justice | General charitable purposes | $32,500 |
| Give Well | General charitable purposes | $32,500 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | General charitable purposes | $32,500 |
| Malaria Consortium US Inc | General charitable purposes | $21,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General charitable purposes | $21,000 |
| The Southern Poverty Law Center Inc | General charitable purposes | $21,000 |
| Unrwa USA National Committee Inc | General charitable purposes | $21,000 |
| Municipal Art Society | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood - SW Ohio Region | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Pro Kids | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Sea Education Association | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Architectural League of New York | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Vikramsila Foundation | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Last Chance Corral | General charitable purposes | $9,000 |
| National Academy of Design | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Skyscraper Museum | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Women Helping Women | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Animas Valley Institute | General charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| City As Living Laboratory (Call) | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Depaul Cristo Rey | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Pro Kids | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Cincinnati Recycle & Reuse Hub | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Eve Center | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy Evans Joseph
- Danielle Joseph
- Kathleen Joseph
- Evelyn C Joseph
- John Silberman
- Nicholas Joseph
Questions people ask
Does The Peter T Joseph Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Peter T Joseph Foundation give?
$279,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Peter T Joseph Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wendy Evans Joseph (President & Director), Danielle Joseph (Vice President & Director), Kathleen Joseph (Secretary & Director) and Evelyn C Joseph (Treasurer & Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Peter T Joseph Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and arts and culture.