Foundations that fund organizations in Lake Tapps, Washington
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Lake Tapps nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $18K to Lake Tapps organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Lake Tapps around $2,070. 3 of these funders are based in Washington; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Lake Tapps
- $18K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $2,070
- Based in WA
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Lake Tapps organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Names Family Foundation | Fircrest, WA | 3 | $12K | $1,000 | Yes | Gym and sports needs; Walk-a-thon match - olivia friesen; Walk-a-thon match for stella friesen |
| Hulburt Family Foundation | Lake Tapps, WA | 2 | $4,357 | $2,178 | Preselected only | General Support |
| Guanacaste Giving Foundation | Lake Tapps, WA | 1 | $2,070 | $2,070 | Preselected only | Donations to indigent individuals |
| Texas Instruments Foundation | Dallas, TX | 1 | $50 | $50 | Yes | Donations to colleges, universities and other organizations… |
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 Lake Tapps, Washington?
Names Family Foundation, Hulburt Family Foundation, Guanacaste Giving Foundation, Texas Instruments Foundation reported grants to Lake Tapps 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 Lake Tapps. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.