Fosseen Foundation
Accepts applications
Fosseen Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Oswego, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$185,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $153,500 | 25 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 26 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $185,000 | 21 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Randy Fosseen 44 E High Drive, Spokane, WA 99203 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (509) 747-3254 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | Available upon request |
What Fosseen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $66,000 |
| Idaho | 4 | $44,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Passages | Grant | $25,000 |
| 4 A Better Havasu | Grant | $20,000 |
| Seattle Childrens Hospital Foundation | Grant | $20,000 |
| Human Good Foundation | Grant | $20,000 |
| Third Avenue Market Place | Grant | $12,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest | Grant | $10,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Grant | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Grant | $10,000 |
| Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery | Grant | $6,000 |
| Women Helping Women | Grant | $6,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission of Inland Northwest | Grant | $5,500 |
| American Boxer Charitable Foundation | Grant | $5,000 |
| Liberty Lake Centennial Rotary | Grant | $5,000 |
| Spokesman Review Christmas Bureau | Grant | $5,000 |
| National Public Radio | Grant | $5,000 |
| Companions Animal Shelter | Grant | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood - Spokane | Grant | $5,000 |
| Spokane Symphony | Grant | $4,000 |
| Spokane Valley Partners Food Bank and Family Services | Grant | $2,500 |
| Hospice of Spokane | Grant | $2,000 |
| Jacklin Art Center | Grant | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Neal R Fosseen Jr
- William Roger Fosseen
- Donol N Fosseen
- William C Christensen
Questions people ask
Does Fosseen Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Available upon request.
How much does Fosseen Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Fosseen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Neal R Fosseen Jr (Trustee), William Roger Fosseen (Trustee), Donol N Fosseen (President) and William C Christensen (Treasurer).
What does Fosseen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and arts and culture.