Gates Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gates Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Kirkland, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.1 billion in 1 grant; the typical grant was $8.1 billion and the largest $8.1 billion. 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$8.1 billion
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$8.1 billion
- Largest grant$8.1 billion
- Assets$78 billion
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.8 billion the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $7.8 billion | 1 | $76 billion |
| 2024 | $8.1 billion | 1 | $78 billion |
How to apply
Gates Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $8.1 billion |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gates Foundation | To fund the charitable purposes of the foundation | $8.1 billion |
Officers and trustees
- William H Gates III
- Melinda French Gates End 10012024
- Carolyn Ainslie
- Keith Traverse
- Lauren Bright
Questions people ask
Does Gates Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gates Foundation Trust give?
$8.1 billion in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $8.1 billion.
Who runs Gates Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists William H Gates III (Trustee and Ceo), Melinda French Gates End 10012024 (Trustee), Carolyn Ainslie (Chief Financial Officer) and Keith Traverse (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.