Dawkins Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Dawkins Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Olympia, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $4.0 million and the largest $4.0 million. 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$4.0 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$4.0 million
- Largest grant$4.0 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.7 million | 37 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Dawkins 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 Dawkins Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $4.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Puget Sound | Community support | $4.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- J Mark Bauer
- Katharine P Bauer
- Tom J Peterson
Questions people ask
Does Dawkins Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dawkins Charitable Trust give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $4.0 million.
Who runs Dawkins Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists J Mark Bauer (Co-Trustee), Katharine P Bauer (Co-Trustee) and Tom J Peterson (Co-Trustee).
What does Dawkins Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.