Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $160,501 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$160,501
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $159,500 the year before.
68% of its 2024 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 | $159,500 | 20 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $160,501 | 22 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Joel and Diana Peterson Family 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 Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 10 | $91,151 |
| California | 4 | $47,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $17,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,750 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
| Washington | 1 | $250 |
| Vermont | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gifted Music School | Support | $25,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Support | $24,500 |
| Intermountain Foundation | Support | $21,500 |
| Harvard University | Support | $17,250 |
| The Policy Project | Support | $15,113 |
| Stanford University | Support | $11,750 |
| Eden People Planet | Support | $10,750 |
| Team Hydro Foundation | Support | $10,750 |
| Utah Food Bank | Support | $6,500 |
| Saprea | Support | $5,250 |
| Heal Child Skin Disease | Support | $5,000 |
| Maak Impact | Support | $5,000 |
| Utah Refugee Connection | Support | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Support | $3,000 |
| Bolder Way Forward | Support | $2,500 |
| Phase Alliance | Support | $288 |
| Committee for Children | Support | $250 |
| Common Sense Media | Support | $250 |
| Nat'l Center of Sexual Exploitation | Support | $250 |
| The Parasol Cooperative | Support | $250 |
| Thorn | Support | $250 |
| Prevent Child Abuse Vermont | Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Mitchell
- Andy Adams
- Clint Peterson
Questions people ask
Does Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation give?
$160,501 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin Mitchell (President), Andy Adams (Secretary-Tr) and Clint Peterson (Director).
What does Joel and Diana Peterson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.