47th Avenue Foundation
Preselected recipients only
47th Avenue Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 50 grants; the typical grant was $23,750 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$23,750
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$60.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
64% of its 2024 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 | $1.2 million | 32 | $56.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 50 | $60.0 million |
How to apply
47th Avenue 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 47th Avenue Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 48 | $1.6 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $230,031 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Museum of Flight | Endowment/general operating | $300,000 |
| Kindering | General operating | $255,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Scholarships, recipients chosen by university | $230,031 |
| Clooney Foundation for Justice | General operating | $100,000 |
| Recovery Cafe | Breakfast matching gift | $65,000 |
| St Monica Catholic School | General operating/ table sponsorship | $53,095 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound | General operating | $50,000 |
| Woodland Park Zoo | Event sponsorship/ general operating | $47,000 |
| Country Village Day School | Staff retention | $42,150 |
| Alliance for Education | General operating | $40,000 |
| Boyer Children's Clinic | General operating | $35,000 |
| Program for Early Parent Support | General operating | $33,333 |
| The Service Board | General operating/ leadership development | $33,125 |
| Belong Partners | General operating | $30,000 |
| Families of Color Seattle | General operating | $30,000 |
| Hamlin Robinson School | General operating | $25,000 |
| Hope Central | General operating | $25,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wa | General operating | $25,000 |
| Justice for Girls | General operating | $25,000 |
| Open Arms Perinatal Services | General operating | $25,000 |
| Rainier Athletes | General operating | $25,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | General operating | $25,000 |
| Route 21 | General operating | $25,000 |
| Ruby Room | General operating | $25,000 |
| Seattle Children's Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| Encompass Northwest | General operating | $22,500 |
| Akin | General operating | $20,000 |
| Associated Recreation Council | General operating | $20,000 |
| Bellevue Boys and Girls Club | General operating | $20,000 |
| Center for Children & Youth Justice | General operating | $20,000 |
| Denise Louie Education Center | General operating | $20,000 |
| Grassroot Projects | General operating | $20,000 |
| Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center | General operating | $20,000 |
| Sports in Schools | General operating | $20,000 |
| Toys for Kids | General operating | $20,000 |
| Vine Maple Place | General operating | $20,000 |
| White Center Community Development | General operating | $15,000 |
| NW Children's Foundation | General operating/ conference sponsorship | $12,082 |
| Empower Youth Network | General operating | $10,000 |
| Holy Rosary School | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lindsey Wellmon
Questions people ask
Does 47th Avenue Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 47th Avenue Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $23,750.
Who runs 47th Avenue Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lindsey Wellmon (Executive Director).
What does 47th Avenue Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.