Foundations that fund organizations in Seatle, Washington
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Seatle nonprofits
13 private foundations gave $232K to Seatle organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 13 that say either way accept applications.
14 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Seatle around $3,000. 3 of these funders are based in Washington; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 13
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 13 that state a policy
- Dollars to Seatle
- $232K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 14
- Typical median grant
- $3,000
- Based in WA
- 23%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Seatle organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Susan Elizabeth Foundation | Seattle, WA | 2 | $150K | $75K | Preselected only | To further the organization's charitable goals |
| The Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $50K | $50K | Preselected only | Adhd & depression fellowship |
| Jean K Lafromboise Foundation C/O Deyonne Tegman | Kirkland, WA | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Community support |
| Wayne W Dyer Foundation | Boca Raton, FL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General Operating |
| Ifs Family Foundation Inc | Old Greenwich, CT | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Education |
| Prayer Unlimited | Parma Heights, OH | 1 | $4,500 | $4,500 | Preselected only | Religious and educational purpose |
| Mabee Family Foundation Inc | Saratoga Springs, NY | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | Environmental |
| Kenneth & Joanne Mayne Foundation | Holladay, UT | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | General Purpose |
| Red Wolf Productions Inc | Aberdeen, NJ | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Altruism/Mission |
| Advent Angels in My Hair Inc | Monticello, MN | 1 | $576 | $576 | Preselected only | Education |
| The Roche Family Foundation Inc | Oak Lawn, IL | 1 | $520 | $520 | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Meehan-Holtz Charity Ta | Buffalo, NY | 1 | $350 | $350 | Preselected only | General support |
| Serena Corp | Redmond, WA | 1 | $75 | $75 | Preselected only | General support |
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 Seatle, Washington?
The Susan Elizabeth Foundation, The Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation, Jean K Lafromboise Foundation C/O Deyonne Tegman, Wayne W Dyer Foundation, Ifs Family Foundation Inc and 8 others reported grants to Seatle 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 Seatle. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.