Bacon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bacon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Medina, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $679,700. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$679,700
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $473,576 the year before.
44% 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 | $473,576 | 17 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 23 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Bacon Family 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 Bacon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 21 | $1.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,100 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bellevue Fire Foundation | Funding of general charitable operations | $679,700 |
| Eastside Academy | Funding of general charitable operations | $75,000 |
| Bridge Receiving Center | Funding of general charitable operations | $70,000 |
| Bellevue Schools Foundation | Funding of general charitable operations | $54,289 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Funding of general charitable operations | $50,556 |
| Rainier Athletes | Funding of general charitable operations | $50,000 |
| Bellevue Lifespring | Funding of general charitable operations | $42,500 |
| Jubilee Reach | Funding of general charitable operations | $29,525 |
| Hope International | Funding of general charitable operations | $25,100 |
| No More Under | Funding of general charitable operations | $25,000 |
| Highland Middle School | Funding of general charitable operations | $11,000 |
| Lake Hill Elementary | Funding of general charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Stevenson Elementary | Funding of general charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart School | Funding of general charitable operations | $5,500 |
| Bellevue Football Club | Funding of general charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Nourishing Networks - Families Helping Families | Funding of general charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Bellevue Boys Lacrosse Club | Funding of general charitable operations | $2,500 |
| Plymouth Housing | Funding of general charitable operations | $506 |
| Cure ALS | Funding of general charitable operations | $500 |
| Kindering Center | Funding of general charitable operations | $500 |
| Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Women's Association | Funding of general charitable operations | $300 |
| Kuow | Funding of general charitable operations | $180 |
| Amigos Seattle | Funding of general charitable operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John E Bacon
- Debra Bacon
- Michael V Griffith
- John D Bacon
- Joseph A Bacon
- Anthony R Bacon
- Amy B Bacon
Questions people ask
Does Bacon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bacon Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bacon Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John E Bacon (President), Debra Bacon (Vice President), Michael V Griffith (Secretary/Treasurer) and John D Bacon (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Bacon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.