Norman E Peterson and Diana Lager Peterson Educational Fund Inc
Invitation OnlySarasota, Florida · EIN 59-2749952 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $3,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Jewish Committee DBA AJC | New York, NY | general operating support | $5,000 |
| Embracing Our Differences Inc | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $4,000 |
| Country Dance and Song Society | Easthampton, MA | general operating support | $3,000 |
| Hermitage Artist Retreat Inc | Englewood, FL | general operating support | $3,000 |
| Pinewoods Camp Inc | Plymouth, MA | general operating support | $3,000 |
| Wm J Brennan Center For Justice Inc | New York, NY | general operating support | $3,000 |
| Sarasota Art Museum | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $2,500 |
| Ringling Museum of Art Fdn Inc | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $2,500 |
| Library Fdn of Sarasota County Inc | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $2,500 |
| Ringling College of Art and Design | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $2,500 |
| Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Inc | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $2,500 |
| Sarasota Opera Association Inc | Sarasota, FL | general operating support | $2,500 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($2,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,500 | 13 |
| 2024 | $95,250 | 25 |
| 2023 | $72,000 | 21 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611109349100506
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-2749952
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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