McIntosh Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McIntosh Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.8 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.8 million
- Assets$47.4 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
44% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $746,200 | 10 | $42.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 13 | $44.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 10 | $47.4 million |
How to apply
McIntosh 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 McIntosh Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $1.8 million |
| Alaska | 3 | $350,000 |
| California | 2 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $35,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Boat Company | Environmental | $1.8 million |
| Southeast Alaska Food Security Fund - Juneau Community Fund | Environmental | $200,000 |
| Alaska Conservation Foundation | Environmental | $100,000 |
| EarthJustice | Environmental | $50,000 |
| EarthJustice | Environmental | $50,000 |
| Juneau Community Foundation | Philanthropy | $50,000 |
| SportMatrix Corp | Education | $50,000 |
| Rachel's Network | Philanthropy | $25,000 |
| Pan Am Museum Foundation | Historical Preservation | $12,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Environmental | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Winsome McIntosh
- Hunter McIntosh
- Colin McIntosh
- Michael McIntosh Jr
Questions people ask
Does McIntosh Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McIntosh Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs McIntosh Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Winsome McIntosh (President), Hunter McIntosh (Vice President, Director), Colin McIntosh (Vice President, Director) and Michael McIntosh Jr (Vice President, Director).
What does McIntosh Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.