Frederick Stearns Foundation
Accepts applications
Frederick Stearns Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$60,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $54,000 the year before.
26% 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 | $54,000 | 22 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 23 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Christopher L Clark 1945 Yale Pl E, Seattle, WA 98102 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (206) 624-5244 |
| What to submit | Letter stating purpose of organization and requests. |
What Frederick Stearns Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 17 | $46,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club - King County | Further charitable goals | $10,500 |
| Gonzaga University | Further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Lewiston Independent Foundation for Education | Further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Low Income Housing Institute | Further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Whitman College | Further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Kuow Public Radio | Further charitable goals | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Further charitable goals | $3,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Further charitable goals | $3,000 |
| Bellarmine Preparatory Academy | Further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Harvest Against Hunger | Further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Mary's Place | Further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Methow Conservancy | Further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Uplift Northwest | Further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Wellspring Family Services | Further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Agc of Washington Education Foundation | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Rotary International Foundation | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Seattle Rotary Service Foundation | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Think Together | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| National Public Radio | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Peace Trees Vietnam | Further charitable goals | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher L Clark
- Gregory D Clark
- Linda C Clark
Questions people ask
Does Frederick Stearns Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Frederick Stearns Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Frederick Stearns Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher L Clark (Chairperson), Gregory D Clark (Board Member) and Linda C Clark (Board Member).
What does Frederick Stearns Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and arts and culture.