The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $237,500 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $7,750 and the largest $15,000. 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$237,500
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$7,750
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $112,000 the year before.
57% 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 | $253,000 | 29 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $112,000 | 13 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $237,500 | 30 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable 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 Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 28 | $217,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ohio Parkinson Foundation Northeast Region | General support | $15,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of Amer NE Chapter | General Support | $15,000 |
| Alzheimers Association Cleveland Area | General support | $15,000 |
| Cornerstone of Hope | General support | $14,000 |
| Ideastream | General support | $14,000 |
| University Hospitals | Neurological Inst.$10,000), ParkinsonsBoot Camp ($2500) | $12,500 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Center for Neurological Restoration | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Metroparks | Accessibility | $10,000 |
| Holy Name Parish | Neighborhoodoutreach ministry | $10,000 |
| Walsh Jesuit High School | Ignatian Fund-tuition assistance | $10,000 |
| St Augustine Health Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Central Catholic | General support | $10,000 |
| Amputee Coalition of America Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| St Baldrick's Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| InMotion | General support | $8,000 |
| Saint Basil the Great Parish | General support | $7,500 |
| Julie Billart School | General support | $7,000 |
| Christ Child Society | General Support | $6,000 |
| Values-In-Action Foundation | KindnessInitiative | $5,000 |
| Malachi House | Indigent hospicecare - GeneralSupport | $5,000 |
| Seidman Cancer Center | Research | $5,000 |
| Ohio Police Foundation | Heroes Fund | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Art Museum | Studio Go | $5,000 |
| Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Inst | General support | $3,500 |
| Cleveland Kids In Need Resource Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Parkinson Education Program of | General support | $2,500 |
| Strongsville United Methodist Church | Royal Family Kids Ministry | $2,500 |
| Joseph and Mary's Home | General support | $2,500 |
| Ohio Guidestone | General support | $2,500 |
| Rock & Roll Hall of Fame | Childrensprogramming | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald F Wayne
- Lawrence A Visocky
- Traci Lancy
Questions people ask
Does The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation give?
$237,500 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $7,750.
Who runs The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald F Wayne (Director), Lawrence A Visocky (Director) and Traci Lancy (Director).
What does The Lauretta K Peters & Richard R Peters Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.