John M and Gertrude E Petersen Foundation
Historical FunderErie, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-1859031 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $80,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RICHARD C PETERSEN |
|---|---|
| Address | 4765 KODIAK DRIVE, TRAVERSE CITY MI 49685 |
| Phone | 9896002098 |
| RZP0CM124@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | REQUEST FOR FUNDING APPLICATION THE FOLLOWING ATTACHMENTS SHOULD BE INCLUDED WITH THE FUNDING APPLICATION: COPY OF IRS DETERMINATION LETTER REGARDING YOUR AGENCY'S TAX EXEMPT STATUS; ROSTER OF CURRENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS, TO INCLUDE ADDRESSES, PHONE NUMBERS AND OCCUPATIONS; AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, IF APPLICABLE. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Center for Women | Erie, PA | Capital project | $425,000 |
| Africa 6000 | Erie, PA | Capital project | $205,440 |
| Sight Center Nwpa | Erie, PA | General support | $100,000 |
| Harborcreek Youth Services | Erie, PA | Capital project | $80,000 |
| Community Country Day School | Erie, PA | Scholarships | $45,500 |
| Child Development Centers | Erie, PA | Capital project | $25,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Western Pa | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $20,000 |
| Family House | Pittsburgh, PA | Capital project | $15,000 |
| Erie City Mission | Erie, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Erie County | Erie, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Erie Inc | Erie, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| Emmaus Ministries Inc | Erie, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| Inner City Neighborhood Art House | Erie, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| Saint Paul's Neighborhood Free Clinic | Erie, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Erie, PA | General support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $960,940 | 15 |
| 2024 | $1,137,100 | 14 |
| 2023 | $810,442 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349104302
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-1859031
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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