Tanaq Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tanaq Foundation is a private foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,499 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,357 and the largest $13,357. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$65,499
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,357
- Largest grant$13,357
- Assets$31,813
Giving in 2024 was up from $56,738 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $56,738 | 8 | $20,163 |
| 2024 | $65,499 | 8 | $31,813 |
How to apply
Tanaq Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Tanaq Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 8 | $65,499 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Education | $13,357 |
| Individual | Education | $13,357 |
| Individual | Education | $7,000 |
| Individual | Education | $6,357 |
| Individual | Education | $6,357 |
| Individual | Education | $6,357 |
| Individual | Education | $6,357 |
| Individual | Education | $6,357 |
Officers and trustees
- Georgia Kashevarof
- Patience Merculife
- Ally R Keene
- Grace M Merculife
Questions people ask
Does Tanaq Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tanaq Foundation give?
$65,499 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,357.
Who runs Tanaq Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Georgia Kashevarof (Chairperson), Patience Merculife (Director), Ally R Keene (Director) and Grace M Merculife (Director).
What does Tanaq Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.