How to apply
Applicants should complete a grant application and provide a copy of the irs letter confirming the organization's exempt status, its mission statement, a copy of the organization's operating and program budget, financial statements, and recently filed form 990 must be submitted. Refer to grant application and the application checklist: Https://www.wafdbank.com/about-US/wafd-bank-foundation Contact: Grant Administrator Washington Fede, 425 Pike Street, Seattle, Wa, 8003249375, KRISTI.ELLEFSON@WAFD.COM Deadlines: Applications are accepted january 1 through october 31 each year. Restrictions: Grants are focused on applicants from communities with branches of washington federal bank
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
Top 60 of 180 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute for Better EducationTucson, AZ | Financial literacy | $100K |
| Dallas Children's Advocacy CenterDallas, TX | Social services | $25K |
| Financial Empowerment NetworkRenton, WA | Financial literacy | $20K |
| Earn to LearnTucson, AZ | Financial literacy | $15K |
| Mofi - Montana Community Development CorpMissoula, MT | Economic development | $15K |
| Community Foundation of Lincoln CountyRuidoso, NM | Social services | $15K |
| United Fund of Globe MiamiGlobe, AZ | Social services | $15K |
| Opal Community Land TrustEastsound, WA | Community revitalization | $15K |
| Holy Cross OutreachLake Stevens, WA | Social services | $15K |
| Elijah Family HomesKennewick, WA | Social services | $15K |
| Elevate PhoenixPhoenix, AZ | Financial literacy | $10K |
| Junior Achievement of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, CA | Financial literacy | $10K |
| Clearinghouse CdfiLake Forest, CA | Financial literacy | $10K |
| Santa Fe Community Housing TrustSanta Fe, NM | Financial literacy | $10K |
| Junior Achievement of Northern NevadaReno, NV | Financial literacy | $10K |
| Sable HouseDallas, OR | Social services | $10K |
| The Salvation Army MedfordMedford, OR | Social services | $10K |
| Looking Glass Community ServicesEugene, OR | Social services | $10K |
| FIRST Step HouseSalt Lake City, UT | Job development | $10K |
| Rainier Valley Food BankSeattle, WA | Social services | $10K |
| Family Promise of SpokaneSpokane, WA | Social services | $10K |
| Habitat for Humanity Seattle King CountyRenton, WA | Affordable housing | $10K |
| Kent Downtown PartnershipKent, WA | Economic development | $10K |
| Hills and Rivers Housing TrustMoscow, ID | Affordable housing | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln CountyLincoln City, OR | Affordable housing | $8,000 |
| Help of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, NV | Job development | $7,500 |
| Hope BuildersSanta Ana, CA | Financial literacy | $7,000 |
| Corvallis Neighborhood Housing Services Inc DevnwSpringfield, OR | Financial literacy | $7,000 |
| Save the Family Foundation of ArizonaMesa, AZ | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Ceres Community ProjectSebastopol, CA | Job development | $5,000 |
| Musical Theatre WestLong Beach, CA | Job development | $5,000 |
| The Living Room CenterSanta Rosa, CA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Sonoma Family MealPetaluma, CA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Research and Business Development Center IncRexburg, ID | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| National Dance Institute of NmSanta Fe, NM | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| DreamspringAlbuquerque, NM | Economic development | $5,000 |
| New Mexico Vetrans Integration CentersAlbuquerque, NM | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| New Mexico Vetrans Integration CentersAlbuquerque, NM | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| University of Nevada FoundationNorth Las Vegas, NV | Economic development | $5,000 |
| Financial Beginnings OregonPortland, OR | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Northwest Native ChamberPortland, OR | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette ValleySalem, OR | Affordable housing | $5,000 |
| Family Promise of Lincoln CountyLincoln City, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Seattle Compassion ServicesLincoln City, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Jubilee Park & Community CenterDallas, TX | Community revitalization | $5,000 |
| Trusted World FoundationGarland, TX | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Inn BetweenSalt Lake City, UT | Social services | $5,000 |
| Auto Repair TransformationSeattle, WA | Economic development | $5,000 |
| The Local Initiatives Support CorporationSeattle, WA | Affordable housing | $5,000 |
| Business Impact NorthwestTukwila, WA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Northaven Development (senior Housing)Seattle, WA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird CharityBellingham, WA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Washington Women in NeedPuyallup, WA | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Life a Center for Independent Living IncKennewick, WA | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| The Jesse Tree of IdahoBoise, ID | Social services | $4,000 |
| Boise Rescue MissionBoise, ID | Social services | $4,000 |
| Tutti Bambini Children's CharityLas Cruces, NM | Social services | $4,000 |
| Family Promise of Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | Social services | $4,000 |
| Hood River County Christmas ProjectHood River, OR | Financial literacy | $4,000 |
| Exodus HousingPuyallup, WA | Social services | $4,000 |
By state: Washington 65 · Arizona 16 · Oregon 32 · New Mexico 15 · Idaho 19 · California 10
About this foundation
Washington Federal Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Seattle, Washington, administered in care of Washington Federal Savings, tax-exempt since 2008. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Washington Federal Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Applicants should complete a grant application and provide a copy of the irs letter confirming the organization's exempt status, its mission statement, a copy of the organization's operating and… Deadlines: Applications are accepted january 1 through october 31 each year..
How much does Washington Federal Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $873K across 180 grants, a median of $3,000.
Where does Washington Federal Foundation give?
Washington (65 grants), Arizona (16 grants), Oregon (32 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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