Private foundation · EIN 91-1286019 · Seattle, Washington

The John C and Karyl Kay Hughes 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 2024 Form 990-PF: 28 grants paid, $3.4M total, median $65K. 79% of grants stayed in Washington.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
28
$3.4M
Median grant
$65K
Stays in WA
79%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$29M

Grants paid in 2024

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
United Way of King CountySeattle, WAUwkc gates challenge$682K
Seattle FIRST Baptist ChurchSeattle, WASupport a justice-oriented & inclusive intergenerational community$400K
Church Council of Greater SeattleSeattle, WASupport building collective power through faith-rooted community organizing$260K
Swedish Medical Center FoundationSeattle, WASupport advancing health care in the seattle region$225K
Habitat for HumanityTukwila, WAFamily resource program$207K
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research CenterSeattle, WASupport innovative research and compassionate care to prevent and eliminate cancer and infectious disease$200K
Union Gospel MissionSeattle, WASupport for women & children's shelter$196K
Noah CenterStanwood, WALow cost spay/neuter program$150K
Carter CenterAtlanta, GASupport human rights and the alleviation of human suffering$133K
1st Church of Christ ScientistBoston, MAMother church endowment fund and general support$125K
12th Church of Christ ScientistSeattle, WASupport for christian science services & activities$100K
Cascade PBSSeattle, WASpecific programming$100K
Mayo Clinic FoundationScottsdale, AZCancer research$100K
Salvation ArmySeattle, WAWhite center community center$80K
CompanisSeattle, WASupport healthy communities by fostering skilled volunteer service$50K
Uplift NorthwestSeattle, WAGuiding people on their path to self-sufficiency by providing employment and job readiness services$46K
Youth CareSeattle, WAOrion center support$46K
YWCA of King CountySeattle, WASupport eliminating racism, empowering women and strengthening communities$46K
TreehouseSeattle, WAProvide opportunities and support for children experiencing foster care$40K
Alliance for EducationSeattle, WASupport excellence in education by advancing educational justice and racial equity for students in seattle public schools$35K
Habitat for Humanity InternationalAmericus, GASupport building homes, communities and hope.$34K
Seeds of PeaceNew York, NYInt'l camp in maine scholarships$33K
Seattle Aquarium SocietySeattle, WASupport conservation of our marine environment$30K
Seattle Public Library FoundationSeattle, WAHelp the library build its collection and resources and offer programs$29K
Kbtc AssociationTacoma, WASupport the artistic, cultural and educational activities of kbtc public tv$21K
North Hawaii Community HospitalWaimea, HISupport improving access to care and providing high-quality services at a reasonable cost$18K
United Way of San Juan CountyFriday Harbor, WAEnhance the ability of local agencies to meet vital needs of the community$12K
San Juan Island Emergency Medical Technician AssociationFriday Harbor, WASupport public health, safe and injury prevention through education$5,000

By state: Washington 22 · Georgia 2 · Massachusetts 1 · Arizona 1 · New York 1 · Hawaii 1

About this foundation

The John C and Karyl Kay Hughes Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Seattle, Washington, tax-exempt since 1985. 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 The John C and Karyl Kay Hughes Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 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 The John C and Karyl Kay Hughes Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $3.4M across 28 grants, a median of $65K.

Where does The John C and Karyl Kay Hughes Foundation give?

Washington (22 grants), Georgia (2 grants), Massachusetts (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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