Choice Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Choice Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $875,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $162,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$875,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$162,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$19.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $400,000 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $200,000 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $400,000 | 2 | $17.6 million |
| 2025 | $875,000 | 6 | $19.1 million |
How to apply
Choice Charitable Trust 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 Choice Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $600,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $225,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dream USA | To further charitable cause | $250,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Educational grants | $225,000 |
| Pursuit of Excellence at Wells Farg to Further Charitable Cause | To further charitable cause | $225,000 |
| Point Foundation | To further charitable cuase | $100,000 |
| Esperanza Education Fund Inc | To further charitable cause | $50,000 |
| 10000 Degrees | To further charitable cause | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yarrow Durbin
Questions people ask
Does Choice Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Choice Charitable Trust give?
$875,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $162,500.
Who runs Choice Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Yarrow Durbin (Trustee).
What does Choice Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.