Quick Stats
- Annual Giving: $1,424,200 (tax year 2023, based on 990-PF "Contributions, gifts, grants paid")
- Number of Grants: 114 grants in 2023
- Average Grant: $12,492
- Total Assets: $23,699,703
- Geographic Focus: Pierce County, Washington (based on recent 990-PF records)
- Application Method: Contact required
Contact Details
Address: 1011 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402
Contact Person: Gayleene Berry
Phone: 206-591-2548
Trustee: MUFG Union Bank
Note: The foundation does not appear to have a public website. Contact information is from regulatory filings.
Funding Priorities
- Charitable activities in Pierce County, Washington not normally financed by tax funds
- Educational programmes (including scholarships to Pierce College and Tacoma Community College students)
- Arts and cultural activities (including support for Tacoma Youth Symphony Association)
- Community services
The foundation prefers funding service projects rather than operating budgets.
What They Don't Fund
- Activities outside Pierce County, Washington
- Operating budgets (preference stated for service projects)
Application Process & Timeline
Organisations should contact the VP/Senior Trust Officer at MUFG Union Bank for information about the funding cycle and assistance with navigating the online funding portal. The foundation has an established funding cycle, though specific deadlines are not publicly advertised.
Applicants must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organisations.
References
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