Overview

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Est.

2022

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Peterson Solutions Fund is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the fund distributed a total of $3.1 million across seven grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROMOTION OF SOCIAL WELFARE
Total Funding Given
$3.1M
2024
Grantees funded
7
Multi-year grantees
29%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.5M
M
Michael Shankman
Board Member
M
Michael a Peterson
Board Member
B
Brett Loper
Executive

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND?
No. PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND give?
PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, North Carolina, and Virginia. 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 PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND make each year?
In 2024, PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $3.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND fund recently?
In 2024, PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include FIX THE DEBT COALITION INC, BIPARTISAN POLICY CENTER ACTION INC, and UNITED TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND?
PETERSON SOLUTIONS FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.