James & Leigh Peterson Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 27-1561234
Foundation Overview
Based in Waukesha, WI, James & Leigh Peterson Family Foundation has awarded 274 grants totaling $1,513,221 to organizations in Wisconsin, Texas and 12 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $57,085, with a median award of $5,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$1,513,221
Total Assets
$4,404,258
Median Grant (all grants)
$5,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
38
Median Grant
$2,500
% Median Grant Decline
-50%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
Balanced Approach: 39%
15 of 38 recipients (39%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
Wisconsin
79% of all grants are concentrated in Wisconsin, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Wisconsin, funding concentrates in Milwaukee (47%), Waukesha (13%), Pewaukee (6%).
Funding Trajectory
+88%
Strong 88% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Community Projects + 2 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (46%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into James & Leigh Peterson Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi Foundation | $4,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society Inc | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Exploit No More | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs | $3,000 | Williston, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Hope Center Inc | $3,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Hunger Task Force | $2,500 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic Inc | $2,500 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Lifestriders Inc | $2,500 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Madacc (Friends Of) | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center Inc | $3,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Mr Bobs Under The Bridge Inc | $1,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Pallottine Fathers And Brothers | $1,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Religious | 2024 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund Inc | $2,000 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Education | 2024 |
| Pillows With Wings Inc | $2,000 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Pius Xi Catholic High School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2024 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | $4,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | $3,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes Csa | $1,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Religious | 2024 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy Inc | $50,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2024 |
| St Ann Center For Intergen Care | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| St Hedwig Three Holy Women Parish | $1,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Religious | 2024 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Veterans Outreach Of Wisconsin | $3,000 | Racine, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Waukesha Service Club Inc | $1,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $2,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Dogs To Dog Tags | $5,000 | Plymouth, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Park Of Pewaukee | $500 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Paralyzed Veterans Of America | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Sisters Of St Francis Of Assisi | $1,000 | St Francis, WI, US | Religious | 2024 |
| Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $5,000 | Staten Island, NY, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Make A Wish Foundation Wi | $1,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Milwaukee Womens Center | $1,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Ladies Auxiliary Of Arlington | $5,000 | Arlington, TX, US | Public Charity | 2024 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| The Threshold | $1,000 | West Bend, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2024 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society Inc | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Hope Center Inc | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Hunger Task Force | $5,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic Inc | $4,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Lifestriders Inc | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Madacc Friends Of | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center Inc | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | $15,388 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund Inc | $2,500 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Education | 2023 |
| Pius Xi Catholic High School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2023 |
| Semper Fi America's Fund | $5,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes Csa | $2,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Religious | 2023 |
| St Ann Center For Intergen Care | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| The Threshold Inc | $2,500 | West Bend, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Veterans Community Project | $10,000 | Kansas City, MO, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog | $3,000 | Williston, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Exploit No More | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Waukesha Service Club Inc | $1,500 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi Foundation | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Mr Bobs Under The Bridge Inc | $1,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | $2,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy In | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2023 |
| Pallottine Fathers And Brothers | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Religious | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Chartities Ea | $5,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| St Hedwig Three Holy Women Parish | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Religious | 2023 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Public Welfare | 2023 |
| Budda-box Inc | $5,000 | Montello Wi, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society Inc | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Hope Center Inc | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force | $5,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic Inc | $2,500 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Lifestriders Inc | $30,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Madacc Friends Of | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center Inc | $7,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund Inc | $2,500 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Pius Xi Catholic High School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Semper Fi America's Fund | $5,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes Csa | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Religious | 2022 |
| St Ann Center For Intergen Care | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| The Threshold Inc | $2,500 | West Bend, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Veterans Community Project | $10,000 | Kansas City, MO, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $5,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog | $3,500 | Williston, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Exploit No More | $11,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Waukesha Service Club Inc | $550 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi Foundation | $2,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Mr Bobs Under The Bridge Inc | $2,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Little Hercules Foundation | $5,000 | Dublin, OH, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | $2,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy In | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Czars Promise Inc | $2,000 | Madison, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Budda-box Inc | $5,000 | Montello Wi, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society Inc | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Hope Center Inc | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force | $5,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic Inc | $2,500 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Lifestriders Inc | $30,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Madacc Friends Of | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center Inc | $7,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund Inc | $2,500 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Pius Xi Catholic High School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Semper Fi America's Fund | $5,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes Csa | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Religious | 2022 |
| St Ann Center For Intergen Care | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| The Threshold Inc | $2,500 | West Bend, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Veterans Community Project | $10,000 | Kansas City, MO, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $5,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog | $3,500 | Williston, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Exploit No More | $11,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Waukesha Service Club Inc | $550 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi Foundation | $2,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Mr Bobs Under The Bridge Inc | $2,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Little Hercules Foundation | $5,000 | Dublin, OH, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | $2,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy In | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Czars Promise Inc | $2,000 | Madison, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Budda-box Inc | $5,000 | Montello Wi, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society Inc | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Hope Center Inc | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force | $5,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic Inc | $2,500 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Lifestriders Inc | $30,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Madacc Friends Of | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center Inc | $7,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund Inc | $2,500 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Pius Xi Catholic High School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Semper Fi America's Fund | $5,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes Csa | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Religious | 2022 |
| St Ann Center For Intergen Care | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| The Threshold Inc | $2,500 | West Bend, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Veterans Community Project | $10,000 | Kansas City, MO, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $5,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog | $3,500 | Williston, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Exploit No More | $11,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Waukesha Service Club Inc | $550 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi Foundation | $2,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Mr Bobs Under The Bridge Inc | $2,000 | Grafton, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Little Hercules Foundation | $5,000 | Dublin, OH, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | $2,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy In | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Czars Promise Inc | $2,000 | Madison, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2022 |
| Budda-box Inc | $5,000 | Montello Wi, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society Inc | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Hope Center Inc | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Hunger Task Force | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic Inc | $2,500 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Lifestriders Inc | $7,500 | Waukesha, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Madacc Friends Of | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center Inc | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | $15,098 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Pathfinders Milwaukee Inc | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund Inc | $2,500 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Education | 2021 |
| Pillows With Wings Inc | $1,000 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Pius Xi Catholic High School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Education | 2021 |
| Semper Fi America's Fund | $7,500 | Oaceanside, CA, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes Csa | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Religious | 2021 |
| St Coletta Of Wisconsin Inc | $2,500 | Jefferson, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| St Ann Center For Intergen Care | $20,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| The Threshold Inc | $1,500 | West Bend, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Tichigan Lake Lions Club | $500 | Waterford, WI, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Veterans Community Project | $10,000 | Kansas City, MO, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Public Welfare | 2021 |
| Als Association-wisconsin | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wi Foundation | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Custom Canine Services Academy | $5,000 | Madison, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Feeding America-eastern Wisconsin | $4,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Green Lake Area Animal Shelter | $5,000 | Green Lake, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Hope Center (waukesha) | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Hunger Task Force | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic | $2,500 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Life Striders | $7,500 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Madacc | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Milwaukee Reperatory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Pathfinders | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Patriot Paws | $2,500 | Rockwell, TX, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Pets For Vets Inc - Wisconsin | $2,500 | Wilmington, NC, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Pewaukee Scholarship Fund | $5,000 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Scholarship Fund | 2020 |
| Pius Xi High School Scholarship Fund | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Scholarship Fund | 2020 |
| Semper Fi Fund | $7,500 | Oceanside, CA, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| St Ann Center | $25,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| St Coletta Of Wisconsin | $2,500 | Jefferson, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| St June Childrens Research Center | $5,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| The Threshold Inc | $1,000 | West Bend, WI, US | Program Support | 2020 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $1,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | No Kill Shelter | 2018 |
| Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Hope Center (waukesha) | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Humane Animal Welfare Society Of Waukesha Cty | $1,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Hunger Task Force | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Stock Box Program | 2018 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic | $1,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center | $1,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative | $1,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | $57,085 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Pathfinders | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Patriot Paws | $1,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Pius Xi High School Scholarship Fd | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Scholarship Program | 2018 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes | $2,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| St Ann Center | $8,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Stars & Stripes Honor Flight | $5,000 | Menomonee Falls, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| The Threshold Inc | $1,000 | West Bend, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Uso Wisconsin | $1,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Life Striders | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Budda Box Against Cancer | $2,500 | Westfield, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Children's Hospital Of Wi Fdn | $4,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Cristo Rey Milwaukee Jesuit High School | $2,500 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Dan's House Of Hope Inc | $5,000 | Houston, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $2,500 | Brookfield, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Feeding America Wisconsin | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Homes For Our Troops | $5,000 | Taunton, MA, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Hope Center (waukesha) | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Humane Animal Welfare Society Of Waukesha Cty | $2,500 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Hunger Task Force - Stock Box | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Stock Box Program | 2017 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic | $1,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Life Striders | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center | $1,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative | $3,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Pathfinders | $4,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Patriot Paws | $2,500 | Rockwall, TX, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Pius Xi High School Scholarship Fd | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| St Ann Center | $8,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| The Threshold Inc | $2,000 | West Bend, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| This Time Tomorrow Fdn | $9,000 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Uso Wisconsin | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| Als Association - Wisconsin Chapter | $1,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Pius Xi High School Scholarship Fund | $8,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Scholarships | 2016 |
| Homes For Our Troops | $5,000 | Taunton, MA, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Humane Animal Welfare Society Of Waukesha County | $2,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Prostate Cancer Research Institute | $1,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| St Ann Center | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| The Threshold Incorporated | $2,000 | West Bend, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Milwaukee Repertory Theatre | $7,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Topeka, KS, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $2,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Semper Fi Fund | $2,000 | Oceanside, CA, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Malaika Early Learning Center | $1,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Lake Area Free Clinic | $1,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Tichigan Lake Lions Club | $1,500 | Waterford, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Children's Hospital Of Wi Fdn | $6,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Cristo Rey Milwaukee Jesuit High School | $5,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Hunger Task Force- Milwaukee | $4,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Stock Box Program | 2016 |
| Lifestriders | $5,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Milwaukee Public Library Fdn | $1,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Patriot Paws | $5,000 | Rockwall, TX, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Sisters Of St Agnes | $3,000 | Fond Du Lac, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Bridges Library System (waukesha) | $1,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| The Women's Center Inc | $1,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Pathfinders | $3,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative Inc | $2,500 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| Uso Wisconsin | $5,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| This Time Tomorrow Fdn | $5,000 | Pewaukee, WI, US | Program Support | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for James & Leigh Peterson Family Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 27-1561234 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | W240N2385 PEWAUKEE RD Waukesha, WI 53188-1010 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee James & Leigh Peterson Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President/treas | Leigh Peterson |
|---|---|
| Director | Patricia Ahnert |
Forms 990-PF
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- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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Data Currency: Last updated
February 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.