Foundations that fund organizations in Washoe Valley, Nevada
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Washoe Valley nonprofits
9 private foundations gave $64K to Washoe Valley organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 9 that say either way accept applications.
10 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Washoe Valley around $2,500. 3 of these funders are based in Nevada; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 9
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 9 that state a policy
- Dollars to Washoe Valley
- $64K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 10
- Typical median grant
- $2,500
- Based in NV
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Washoe Valley organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whc Foundation | Reno, NV | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | General grant to assist organization |
| Chaiken Family Foundation II Aka Roll and Chaiken Foundation | Reno, NV | 2 | $20K | $10K | Preselected only | Program support |
| The Dean Seeman Foundation | Gardnerville, NV | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | General |
| Kenyon Charitable Foundation | Chappaqua, NY | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Provide operating funds |
| Willametta K Day Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
| The Samuel Addison Megeath Jr Foundation | Cincinnati, OH | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | General purpose |
| The Willox Foundation | Bainbridge Island, WA | 1 | $2,100 | $2,100 | Preselected only | Ministry support |
| Michele & Brad Moore Family Foundation | Austin, TX | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Charitable purpose |
| Firstman Family Foundation Inc | Pikesville, MD | 1 | $600 | $600 | Preselected only | Charity |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Washoe Valley, Nevada?
Whc Foundation, Chaiken Family Foundation II Aka Roll and Chaiken Foundation, The Dean Seeman Foundation, Kenyon Charitable Foundation, Willametta K Day Foundation and 4 others reported grants to Washoe Valley organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Washoe Valley. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.