Anderson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anderson Foundation is a private foundation in Kirkland, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$37.2 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
26% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 36 | $35.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 38 | $37.2 million |
How to apply
Anderson 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 Anderson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 33 | $1.7 million |
| California | 1 | $150,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center | Research,health & medicine | $250,000 |
| Salk Institute | Research, health and medicine | $150,000 |
| Kindering Center | Social services | $100,000 |
| Overlake Hospital Foundation | Research,health & medicine | $100,000 |
| Pediatric Interim Care Center | Research,health & medicine | $100,000 |
| UW Foundation FBO Harborview Medical Center | Research,health & medicine | $100,000 |
| UW Medicine Memory & Brain Wellness Center | Research, health and medicine | $100,000 |
| Salvation Army | Social service | $80,000 |
| Bellevue Boys and Girls Club | Social service | $60,000 |
| Evergreen Health Foundation | Research health and medicine | $60,000 |
| YWCA | Social service | $60,000 |
| Akin | Social services | $50,000 |
| Amara | Social service | $50,000 |
| Olive Crest | Social service | $50,000 |
| Ryther Child Center | Social service | $50,000 |
| Seattle Childrens | Research, health and medicine | $50,000 |
| Whitman College | Education | $50,000 |
| Treehouse | Social service | $46,000 |
| Camp Korey | Social service | $30,000 |
| College Success Foundation | Education | $30,000 |
| UW School of Dentistry | Research, health and medicine | $30,000 |
| Boyer Children's Clinic | Research, health and medicine | $25,000 |
| Community Homes Inc | Social services | $25,000 |
| Cush It to the Limit | Research health and medicine | $25,000 |
| Little Bit Therapapeutic Riding Center | Social service | $25,000 |
| Nwsdhh | Education | $25,000 |
| Tucker Maxon Oral School | Education | $25,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Social service | $25,000 |
| Northwest Education Access | Education | $20,000 |
| Independent Colleges of Washington | Education | $15,000 |
| Eastside Heritage Center | Heritage and history | $10,000 |
| Humane Colorado | Animal wellfare | $10,000 |
| Give Kids the World | Social services | $5,000 |
| Kiwanis Camp Casey | Social services | $5,000 |
| New Horizons Ministires | Social services | $5,000 |
| Fred Hutch Cancer Center | Medical | $2,500 |
| Jake D Johnson Elementary | Education | $2,000 |
| Vashon Food Bank | Social services | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Murray
- Gordon Lawrence
- Melinda Brandenfels
- Pat Lawrence
- Lauren Holaman
Questions people ask
Does Anderson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anderson Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Anderson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Murray (Member), Gordon Lawrence (Member), Melinda Brandenfels (President) and Pat Lawrence (Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Anderson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and human services.