Private foundation · EIN 20-0459104 · Seattle, Washington · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Oak Creek Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 8 grants paid, $135K total, median $13K. 38% of grants stayed in Washington.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
8
$135K
Median grant
$13K
Stays in WA
38%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.7M

Grants paid in 2025

8 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Common Power FutureSeattle, WADemocracy outreach$50K
Extrafood OrgKentfield, CAAddress world hunger$25K
Marin AcademySan Rafael, CAProgressive college-prep education$15K
Nicasio Land PreserveNicasio, CALand conservation$15K
Nicasio Volunteer Fire DepartmentNicasio, CAFire prevention$10K
Opal Community Land TrustEastsound, WAAffordable housing$7,500
Orcas Island Community FoundationEastsound, WAOrcas island philanthropy$7,500
Halleck Creek RanchNicasio, CAEmpowering disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding$5,000

By state: California 5 · Washington 3

About this foundation

Oak Creek Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Seattle, Washington, tax-exempt since 2005. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Oak Creek Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Oak Creek Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $135K across 8 grants, a median of $13K.

Where does Oak Creek Foundation give?

California (5 grants), Washington (3 grants), per its latest filing.

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