John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Brookfield, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $426,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $17,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$426,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$17,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $422,500 the year before.
25% 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 | $422,500 | 22 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $426,000 | 20 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc 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 John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 6 | $202,000 |
| Missouri | 5 | $123,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $53,000 |
| California | 2 | $27,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $14,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Jazz | Jazz performance, education & outreach | $45,000 |
| Cultural Leadership | Cultural training | $44,000 |
| Charleston Stage Company | Performing arts | $40,000 |
| Prison Performing Arts | Program funding | $40,000 |
| Public Works Art Center | Art eduction/program funding | $40,000 |
| Charleston Gaillard Center | Performing arts education | $35,000 |
| South Carolina Aquarium | Operation support | $28,000 |
| Action Arts Collaborative | Cultural awareness, outreach & support of the arts | $25,000 |
| Brevard Music Center Inc | Music education | $25,000 |
| Community Arts | Art education and public service | $20,000 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | Food bank | $14,000 |
| Feeding the Carolinas | Operation support | $14,000 |
| Pendland School of Craft | Art & craft education | $14,000 |
| St Louis Zoo | Wildlife conservation | $9,000 |
| Wilderness Land Trust | Operation support | $7,000 |
| Earth Justice | Environment legal advocacy | $7,000 |
| Wildlife in Need Center | Wildlife rehabilitation | $5,000 |
| Audubon Center at Riverlands | Operation support | $5,000 |
| Ripon College | Education | $5,000 |
| Arts & Literature Laboratory | Art education and public service | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark L Peterson
- Elinor Guzniczak
- Michael Guzniczak
- Ryia R Peterson
- Emily C Guzniczak
- Lauren A Guzniczak
- Jake Peterson
Questions people ask
Does John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$426,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $17,000.
Who runs John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark L Peterson (Dir/Vice Pres), Elinor Guzniczak (Dir/President), Michael Guzniczak (Dir/Treasurer) and Ryia R Peterson (Dir/Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does John & Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and animals.