Echo Bay Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Echo Bay Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $380,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$380,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $410,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $410,000 | 12 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $380,000 | 10 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
Echo Bay 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 Echo Bay Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 7 | $315,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $40,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Children's Hospital | Support medical center | $100,000 |
| Fred Hutchison Cancer Center | Support cancer research | $75,000 |
| Lutheran Community Services Northwest | Support social services | $50,000 |
| Water 1st International | Support families to have kitchen tap, shower and toilet at home | $50,000 |
| In Kind Boxes | Support for families | $40,000 |
| Fdmas Alliance | Support medical research | $20,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Support hatc fund | $20,000 |
| Hope Sparks | To assist in providing behavioral health, family services, and basic needs to children and families in tacoma and pierce county. | $15,000 |
| Assistance Dogs of Hawaii | Support providing assistance dogs to children and adults with physical disablities | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Whatcom County | Support for purchase of food, equipment and general operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anders Berglund
- Janet Berglund
Questions people ask
Does Echo Bay Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Echo Bay Foundation give?
$380,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Echo Bay Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anders Berglund (Trustee) and Janet Berglund (Trustee).
What does Echo Bay Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and youth programs.