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John M And Gertrude E Petersen Foundation is a private corporation based in ERIE, PA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2001. The principal officer is James D Cullen. It holds total assets of $5M. Annual income is reported at $495K. Total assets have decreased from $10.8M in 2011 to $5.7M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Pennsylvania. According to available records, John M And Gertrude E Petersen Foundation has made 85 grants totaling $5.1M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $810K and $2.2M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $2.2M distributed across 30 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $700K, with an average award of $60K. The foundation has supported 25 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Pennsylvania. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$50K
Largest Grant
$600K
Based on 20 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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John M And Gertrude E Petersen Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 85 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in PA.
John M And Gertrude E Petersen Foundation has distributed a total of $5.1M across 85 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $60K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $700K.
John M And Gertrude E Petersen Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (251859031) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
John M And Gertrude E Petersen Foundation is headquartered in ERIE, PA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joan Chalikian | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael P Thomas | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard C Petersen Jr | EXECUTIVE DI | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Patricia A Rickloff | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$895K
Total Assets
$5.7M
Fair Market Value
$20.3M
Net Worth
$5.7M
Grants Paid
$810K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$479K
Distribution Amount
$1M
Total: $2.9M
Total Grants
85
Total Giving
$5.1M
Average Grant
$60K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
25
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation ArmyGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Family HouseGENERAL SUPPORT | Pittsburgh, PA | $260K | 2023 |
| Harborcreek Youth ServicesGENERAL SUPPORT | Harborcreek, PA | $250K | 2023 |
| Asbury WoodsGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $70K | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of Western PaGENERAL SUPPORT | Pittsburgh, PA | $63K | 2023 |
| Mercy Center For WomenGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $50K | 2023 |
| Community Country Day SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $46K | 2023 |
| Benedictine Sisters Of ErieCAPITAL IMPROVEMENT | Erie, PA | $18K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Erie CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $10K | 2023 |
| Erie City MissionGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $10K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of ErieGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $7K | 2023 |
| Saint Paul'S Neighborhood FreeGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Erie IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Inner City Neighborhood Art HouseGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Emmaus Ministries IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| St Martin CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $2K | 2023 |
| Erie ZooCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Erie, PA | $700K | 2022 |
| Africa 6000GENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $146K | 2022 |
| Ymca Of ErieGENERAL SUPPORT | Erie, PA | $10K | 2022 |
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, PA
LIGONIER, PA
PITTSBURGH, PA