How to apply
Grant application form Contact: Michelle McBride, 601 Union Street Suite 3016, Seattle, Wa, 2066235449 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: See grant guidelines
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
11 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornish College of the ArtsSeattle, WA | Art and culture | $307K |
| Wellspring Family ServicesSeattle, WA | Health and human services | $5,869 |
| Fifth Avenue TheaterSeattle, WA | Art and culture | $5,500 |
| Overlake Medical CenterBellevue, WA | Health and human services | $3,000 |
| The Lisa McGraw Figure Skating FoundationPrinceton, NJ | Art and culture | $2,500 |
| Skidmore CollegeSaratoga Springs, NY | Education | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Grant NwSeattle, WA | Health and human services | $2,000 |
| Feral Cat SanctuaryLynnwood, WA | Animal rescue | $1,500 |
| Little Bit Therapecutic Riding CenterRedmond, WA | Health and human services | $1,500 |
| The Community LibraryKetchum, ID | Health and human services | $1,000 |
| University of San DiegoSan Diego, CA | Education | $500 |
By state: Washington 7 · New Jersey 1 · New York 1 · Idaho 1 · California 1
About this foundation
Behnke Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Seattle, Washington, administered in care of Michelle McBride, tax-exempt since 1958. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Behnke 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 Behnke Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $333K across 11 grants, a median of $2,500.
Where does Behnke Foundation give?
Washington (7 grants), New Jersey (1 grants), New York (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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