Evans Venture Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Evans Venture Foundation is a private foundation in Longview, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $306,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$306,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $270,000 the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $270,000 | 14 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $306,000 | 16 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Evans Venture 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 Evans Venture Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 16 | $306,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Humane Society of Cowlitz County | Shelter and resources | $50,000 |
| Emergency Support Shelter | Shelter and resources | $35,000 |
| Kelso Public Schools Foundation | Education | $35,000 |
| Lower Columbia College Foundation | Education | $35,000 |
| Ra Long High School | Education | $35,000 |
| Cowlitz County Casa | Child advocacy | $20,000 |
| Fish of Cowlitz County | Hunger | $20,000 |
| Eat and Thrive | Animal shelter | $15,000 |
| Peacehealthsjmcf | Health | $15,000 |
| Youth & Family Link | Social services | $15,000 |
| Toutle Lake School District | Education | $6,000 |
| Community Health Partners | Health | $5,000 |
| Hello Life | Social services | $5,000 |
| Janus Youth Programs | Social services | $5,000 |
| St Rose Catholic Church | Education | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Social services | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Bergman
- Mason Evans
Questions people ask
Does Evans Venture Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Evans Venture Foundation give?
$306,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Evans Venture Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sharon Bergman (President) and Mason Evans (Director).
What does Evans Venture Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and animals.