Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Shelburne, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$17,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$485,505
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,500 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,500 | 15 | $308,537 |
| 2024 | $14,500 | 16 | $348,513 |
| 2025 | $17,000 | 14 | $485,505 |
How to apply
Frederick M Peyser Jr 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 Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 9 | $8,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,500 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Williams College | Education | $5,000 |
| University of Vermont Foundation | Education | $2,000 |
| ACLU of Vermont | Legal and Civil Service | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society Hope Lodge | Family Support | $1,000 |
| Friends of Walter Irish Senior Community Center Inc | Environment Protection | $1,000 |
| Charlotte Fire & Rescue Services Inc | Senior Assistance | $1,000 |
| Hamilton College | Education | $1,000 |
| Portsmouth Abbey School | Education | $1,000 |
| Prevent Child Abuse Vermont | Public Assistance | $1,000 |
| Albany Law School | Education | $1,000 |
| 350 VT | Support Mission for Clean Energy | $500 |
| Committee on Temporary Shelter | Community Service | $500 |
| Dana Hall School | Education | $500 |
| Middlebury College | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- L Selina Peyser
- Selina Peyser Lamb
Questions people ask
Does Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation give?
$17,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists L Selina Peyser (President/Treasurer) and Selina Peyser Lamb (Vice President/Secretary).
What does Frederick M Peyser Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and seniors.