Pearson 5 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pearson 5 Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$188,267
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,000 the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,000 | 1 | $223,821 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 5 | $188,267 |
How to apply
Pearson 5 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 4 | $8,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa SPCA | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Hire Heroes USA | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Wild Heart Ranch | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael C Pearson
- Kelly A Pearson
Questions people ask
Does Pearson 5 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pearson 5 Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Pearson 5 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael C Pearson (Director, President) and Kelly A Pearson (Director, Secretary/Treasurer).