Emerald Sky Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Emerald Sky Foundation is a private foundation in Mill Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$93,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,000 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 11 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $92,000 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $93,000 | 11 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Emerald Sky 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 Emerald Sky Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 6 | $56,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 2 | $11,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Columbia College Foundation | Education | $15,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Community help | $15,000 |
| Washington State University Foundation | Education | $15,000 |
| Ra Long High School Foundation | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| University of California Regents Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| University of Oregon Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Columbia Theatre Arts Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Cowlitz County Historical Society | Historical museum | $1,500 |
| Gamma Alpha Education Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Forest History Society | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Natt
- Cathy M Natt
Questions people ask
Does Emerald Sky Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Emerald Sky Foundation give?
$93,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Emerald Sky Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Natt (President) and Cathy M Natt (VP & Sec.).
What does Emerald Sky Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.