THE PETERSON FOUNDATION

The Peterson Foundation distributes grants to community organizations across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area that address poverty, housing insecurity, and social isolation. The foundation identifies local nonprofits working directly with vulnerable populations, including seniors, people experiencing homelessness, and low-income families, and provides multi-year funding to strengthen their operations. By supporting organizations that offer food programs, affordable housing initiatives, mental health services, and skill-building workshops, The Peterson Foundation helps expand access to essential services in underserved neighborhoods. The foundation prioritizes long-term partnerships with charities that demonstrate measurable outcomes and deep community trust, allowing these organizations to plan beyond single-year budgets and deepen their impact.