Pearson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pearson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mequon, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $159,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,600 and the largest $37,100. 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$159,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,600
- Largest grant$37,100
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $127,000 the year before.
42% 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 | $108,000 | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $127,000 | 12 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $159,000 | 12 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Pearson 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 9 | $124,550 |
| California | 1 | $18,550 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,600 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Folds of Honor - Wisconsin Chapter | General support | $37,100 |
| Ozaukee Food Alliance | General support | $26,500 |
| Lipsett Lake Association | General support | $18,550 |
| David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust | General support | $18,550 |
| Winged Freedom Raptor Hospital | General support | $15,900 |
| Voyageurs Wolf Project | General support | $10,600 |
| Cedarburg Cultural Center | General support | $10,600 |
| Special Spaces | General support | $5,300 |
| Zoological Society of Milwaukee County | General support | $5,300 |
| All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club | General support | $5,300 |
| Cedarburg Athletic Booster Club | General support | $2,650 |
| Best Buddies Wisconsin | General support | $2,650 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Pearson
- Susan Pearson
- Rebecca Verhagen
- Michelle Sauer
Questions people ask
Does Pearson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pearson Family Foundation give?
$159,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,600.
Who runs Pearson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard D Pearson (President), Susan Pearson (Trustee), Rebecca Verhagen (Trustee) and Michelle Sauer (Trustee).