Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Fircrest, Washington
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Fircrest, Washington, holding $229M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Names Family Foundationsince 1996 | $7.0M177 grants · 2024 | $10K | Yes | $178M |
| Thomas V Giddens Foundationsince 2004 | $900K36 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $18M |
| June & Julian Foss Foundationsince 1997 | $464K81 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Yes | $6.1M |
| Tom and Meg Names Family Foundationsince 2015 | — | — | Not stated | $27M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Washington
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | ArtsWA (Washington State Arts Commission) — Organizational GrantsStateArtsWA (Washington State Arts Commission) | ArtsWA (Washington State Arts Commission) | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities Washington — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities Washington | Humanities Washington | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Fircrest, Washington?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Fircrest, Washington with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $229M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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