Putchie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Putchie Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$21.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $580,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $580,000 | 6 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $580,000 | 6 | $10.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 6 | $21.4 million |
How to apply
Putchie 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 6 | $1.2 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Than | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Kairospdx | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Friends of the Children Portland | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Kinship House | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Dougy Center Inc | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Trauma Intervention Program NW | General operating support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah K Benson
- Nick Wusz
Questions people ask
Does Putchie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Putchie Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Putchie Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarah K Benson (Director, President & Secretary) and Nick Wusz (Director).