Foundations that fund organizations in Four Lakes, Washington
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Four Lakes nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $30K to Four Lakes organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Four Lakes around $3,000. 3 of these funders are based in Washington; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Four Lakes
- $30K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in WA
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Four Lakes organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh Family Foundation | Spokane, WA | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | Cancer research |
| The Pink Shamrock | Spokane, WA | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Transport & financial support for cancer patients |
| Melvin & Lois Hoiness Foundation | Spokane, WA | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | Philanthropic purposes |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $50 | $50 | Preselected only | Volunteer program |
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 Four Lakes, Washington?
Welsh Family Foundation, The Pink Shamrock, Melvin & Lois Hoiness Foundation, The Pfizer Foundation Inc reported grants to Four Lakes 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 Four Lakes. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.