Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation is a private foundation in Nampa, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $104,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $20,250. 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$104,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$20,250
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,500 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $92,250 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $92,500 | 14 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $104,500 | 14 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Charles & Maxine Skaggs 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 Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 9 | $54,250 |
| Idaho | 4 | $46,250 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Nazarene University | Scholarships | $20,250 |
| Northwest Nazarene University | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| Whitworth University | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| Whitworth University | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Haiti crisis relief | $5,000 |
| World Vision | Community services | $4,250 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Homeless food/clothing | $4,000 |
| A21 Organization | Community services | $4,000 |
| Salvation Army | Community services | $3,000 |
| Odgen Hall (Women & Children's Shelter) | Community services | $2,500 |
| Providence Vna Home Health | Nursing home care service | $2,500 |
| Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery | Community services/shelter | $2,500 |
| Spokane Youth for Christ | Community service | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army | Community services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil S McKay
- Craig Korthase
Questions people ask
Does Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation give?
$104,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Neil S McKay (Trustee) and Craig Korthase (Advisory).
What does Charles & Maxine Skaggs Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and housing and homelessness.