Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $795,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$795,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $792,500 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $792,500 | 23 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $795,000 | 24 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Lovett & Ruth Peters 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 Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7 | $285,000 |
| New York | 1 | $105,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $100,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $55,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seton Education Partners | General support | $105,000 |
| Accelerate Great Schools | General support | $100,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General support | $100,000 |
| School Choice Ohio | General support | $100,000 |
| Donors Trust | General support | $85,000 |
| Pioneer Institute | General support | $50,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Buckeye Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Ed Choice | General support | $25,000 |
| Friends of Cincinnati Classical Academy | General support | $25,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | General support | $25,000 |
| Ancient Paths Christian & Classical Academy | General support | $20,000 |
| Afc Growth Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| Agudath Israel of Ohio | General support | $10,000 |
| Atlas Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Education Partners | General support | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Economic Education Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Excellence in Education | General support | $10,000 |
| Hoover Institution | General support | $10,000 |
| Philanthropy Roundtable | General support | $10,000 |
| State Policy Network | General support | $10,000 |
| Thomas B Fordham Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Cincinnati Classical Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| Institute for Justice | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel S Peters
- Kathleen Peters
- Jeff Sandefer
- Stephanie Saroki
Questions people ask
Does Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation give?
$795,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel S Peters (President), Kathleen Peters (Trustee), Jeff Sandefer (Trustee) and Stephanie Saroki (Trustee).
What does Lovett & Ruth Peters Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.