The Tate Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Tate Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$66,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,500 the year before.
35% 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 | $37,500 | 22 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $45,500 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $66,000 | 17 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Tate Family Charitable Trust 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 The Tate Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 12 | $56,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $6,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Ada County co Treasure Valley YMCA | General contribution, area of greatest need | $12,000 |
| The College of Idaho | General contribution, area of greatest need | $10,000 |
| Boise Public Schools Education Foundation | General contribution, area of greatest need | $5,000 |
| Idaho Foodbank | General contribution, area of greatest need | $5,000 |
| Interfaith Sanctuary | General contribution, area of greatest need | $5,000 |
| Terry Reilly Health Services | General contribution, area of greatest need | $5,000 |
| Chrysalis Womens Transitional Living | General contribution, area of greatest need | $3,000 |
| Life's Kitchen | General contribution, area of greatest need | $3,000 |
| Boise Baroque Orchestra | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Camp Wawenock | Camp Wawenock Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Intermountain Bird Observatory | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Josephy Center for Arts | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Trauma Intervention Programs Inc | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Idaho | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Wallowa Valley Music Alliance | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Owl Research Institute | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
| Joseph Branch Trail Consortium | General contribution, area of greatest need | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula Bramble
- Eric Tate
- Clinton Tate
- Sydney P Tate
- Trenton Tate
Questions people ask
Does The Tate Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tate Family Charitable Trust give?
$66,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Tate Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Paula Bramble (Trustee), Eric Tate (Trustee), Clinton Tate (Trustee) and Sydney P Tate (Chairman) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Tate Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.