Peters Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 36-4058644
Foundation Overview
Based in Burr Ridge, IL, Peters Family Foundation has awarded 147 grants totaling $417,000 to organizations in Arizona, Illinois and 12 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $15,000, with a median award of $1,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
16 of 30 recipients (53%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
50% of grants are awarded in Illinois, with additional funding distributed across 13 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Illinois, funding concentrates in Chicago (23%), Brookfield (11%), Urbana (11%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 82% 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
Highly focused on community projects with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Peters 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Time To Heal Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Arizona Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Assistance League Chicagoland West | $250 | Hinsdale, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| King-bruwaert House | $7,000 | Burr Ridge, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Special Olympics Tennis Fun Day At Pachtner Tennis Academy | $250 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $15,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Champaign, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | $2,500 | Glenview, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Jett Foundation | $1,000 | Plymouth, MA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Els For Autism | $1,000 | Jupiter, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Illinois Pga Foundation | $1,000 | Golf, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Community Presbyterian Church Of Clarendon Hills | $250 | Clarendon Hills, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Starlight Children's Foundation | $2,000 | Culver City, CA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| St Paul's United Church Of Christ | $250 | Minonk, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| A Time To Heal Cancer Foundation | $10,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Arizona Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Assistance League Chicagoland West | $250 | Hinsdale, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| King-bruwaert House | $7,000 | Burr Ridge, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Special Olympics Tennis Fun Day At Pachtner Tennis Academy | $250 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $15,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Champaign, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | $2,500 | Glenview, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Jett Foundation | $1,000 | Plymouth, MA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Els For Autism | $1,000 | Jupiter, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Illinois Pga Foundation | $1,000 | Golf, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Community Presbyterian Church Of Clarendon Hills | $250 | Clarendon Hills, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| Starlight Children's Foundation | $2,000 | Culver City, CA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| St Paul's United Church Of Christ | $250 | Minonk, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2024 |
| A Time To Heal Cancer Foundation | $5,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Arizona Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Cdga Foundation | $2,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $7,500 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| King-bruwaert House | $2,000 | Burr Ridge, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | $250 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $10,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| University Of Chicago Uccrf - Womens Board | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Teen Parent Connection | $250 | Glen Ellyn, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Special Olympics Az Tennis Fun Day At Pachtner Tennis Academy | $250 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Chicago & Northwestern Historical Society | $1,000 | Bedford Park, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Assistance League Chicagoland West | $250 | Hinsdale, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2023 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| American Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Cdga Foundation | $1,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $5,000 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $10,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| University Of Chicago Uccrf - Womens Board | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Saving Paws Rescue Az | $250 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Mercy Home For Boys & Girls | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| A Time To Heal Cancer Foundation | $5,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | $500 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation | $250 | Bonita Springs, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Moody Bible Institute | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| King-bruwaert House | $2,000 | Burr Ridge, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| American Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Cdga Foundation | $1,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $5,000 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $10,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| University Of Chicago Uccrf - Womens Board | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Saving Paws Rescue Az | $250 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Mercy Home For Boys & Girls | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| A Time To Heal Cancer Foundation | $5,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | $500 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation | $250 | Bonita Springs, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Moody Bible Institute | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| King-bruwaert House | $2,000 | Burr Ridge, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| American Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Cdga Foundation | $1,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $5,000 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $10,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| University Of Chicago Uccrf - Womens Board | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Saving Paws Rescue Az | $250 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Mercy Home For Boys & Girls | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| A Time To Heal Cancer Foundation | $5,000 | Omaha, NE, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | $500 | New York, NY, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Shadow Wood Charitable Foundation | $250 | Bonita Springs, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Moody Bible Institute | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| King-bruwaert House | $2,000 | Burr Ridge, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2022 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $5,000 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $250 | Memphis, TN, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $10,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Az Cancer Foundation For Children | $1,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Cdga Foundation | $2,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Arizona Musicfest | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Special Olympics Chicago | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Assistance League Chicago West | $250 | Hinsdale, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Shining Light Nfp | $250 | West Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| University Of Chicago Uccrf - Womens Board | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2021 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $5,000 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $10,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| University Of Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $11,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Taylor Trudeau Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Downers Grove Historical Society | $250 | Downers Grove, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | $250 | Denver, CO, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| The National Wwii Museum | $1,000 | New Orleans, LA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Northwestern University Cancer Center | $250 | Evanston, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Special Olympics Arizona | $250 | Goodyear, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $250 | Memphis, TN, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Moody Bible Institute | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $250 | Jacksonville, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2020 |
| Advocate Lutheran General Hospital | $150 | Downers Grove, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Assistance League Of Chicagoland West | $200 | Hinsdale, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network | $150 | Bethesda, MD, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $2,000 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Cdga Foundation | $1,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Taylor Trudeau Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Fort Myers, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Special Olympics Tennis Day | $150 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| St Patrick Catholic Community | $150 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $250 | Boone, NC, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Union Pacific Museum | $1,000 | Council Bluffs, IA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Center For Independence | $500 | Countryside, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Liberty Music Boosters Association Olentangy Liberty High School | $500 | Powell, OH, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2017 |
| Advocate Charitable Foundation | $150 | Downers Grove, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Als Association Greater San Diego Chapter | $250 | San Diego, CA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Assistance League Of Chicagoland West | $150 | Hinsdale, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network | $150 | Bethesda, MD, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Chicago Zoological Society | $2,500 | Brookfield, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Dupage Children's Museum | $1,000 | Naperville, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Grace United Methodist Church | $250 | Naperville, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Mercy Home For Boys & Girls | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Northern California Pga Foundation | $100 | Vacaville, CA, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Operation Support Our Troops - America | $500 | Naperville, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Sunshine Through Golf - Cdga Foundation | $2,000 | Lemont, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Taylor Trudeau Cycle For Life | $5,000 | Fort Myers, FL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| The Salvation Army | $250 | Oakbrook Terrace, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| Troon Scholarship Foundation | $5,000 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $300 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
| University Of Illinois Foundation | $10,000 | Urbana, IL, US | Unrestricted Use By The Charity | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 36-4058644 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 177 PHEASANT HOLLOW DR Burr Ridge, IL 60527-5050 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Peters Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Trustee | Arthur W Peters |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Nancy Jo Peters |
| Trustee | Christiane Noel Peters |
| Trustee | Arthur J Peters |
Forms 990-PF
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Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- 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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