THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
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The Petit Family Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Connecticut, Maine, and Colorado. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION HONORS THE MEMORIES OF JENNIFER HAWKE-PETIT, HAYLEY ELIZABETH PETIT, AND MICHAELA ROSE PETIT BY CONTINUING THE KINDNESS, IDEALISM AND ACTIVISM THAT DEFINED THEIR LIVES. THE FOUNDATION'S FUNDS ARE GIVEN TO FOSTER THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY WOMEN IN THE SCIENCES; TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY CHRONIC ILLNESS; AND TO SUPPORT EFFORTS TO PROTECT AND HELP THOSE AFFECTED BY VIOLENCE.
Cause Areas
2
Animal welfare
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CONNECTICUT SCIENCE CENTER INC
$295.6K
6%
THE JACKSON LABORATORY
$288K
5%
PRUDENCE CRANDALL CENTER INC
$226.2K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
56
Median 1st year grant
$9K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC give?
THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, Maine, and Colorado. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,961. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $753 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include CONNECTICUT SCIENCE CENTER INC, THE JACKSON LABORATORY, and PRUDENCE CRANDALL CENTER INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC?
THE PETIT FAMILY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.