Children Count Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Children Count Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$24.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $656,683 the year before.
46% 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 | $656,683 | 26 | $21.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 22 | $24.2 million |
How to apply
Children Count 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 Children Count Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14 | $728,797 |
| California | 2 | $259,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $124,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $7,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 2 | $310 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ASHESI UNIVERSITY Foundation | Education | $300,000 |
| Stanford University | Education | $250,000 |
| Seattle Symphony | CULTURAL Perfomances | $180,937 |
| Technology Access Foundation | Education | $120,000 |
| Asian American Justice Center | Education | $115,000 |
| Classical King FM | Education | $45,000 |
| Kplu Plu | Education | $29,000 |
| The Key to Change | Education | $20,000 |
| Mt Baker Community Club | Education | $9,000 |
| American Constitution Society | Education | $9,000 |
| Kuow | Education | $9,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Education | $9,000 |
| Allied Arts Foundation | Culture and Community | $7,500 |
| 261 Fearless | Education | $7,000 |
| Book it Repertory Theater | Education | $5,000 |
| New Georgia Project | Education | $4,000 |
| Wellspring Family Services | Education | $1,500 |
| Music of Remembrance | Culture and Community | $1,100 |
| The Bush School | Education | $750 |
| Harvard Club of New York | Education | $250 |
| Broadway Cares Fights AIDS | Education | $60 |
| PCC Farmland Trust | Education | $10 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Jackson
- Lyell Fracas
Questions people ask
Does Children Count Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Children Count Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Children Count Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas Jackson (President) and Lyell Fracas (Secretary).
What does Children Count Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.