Gius Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gius Foundation is a private foundation in Mill Creek, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $205,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $120,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$205,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $455,000 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $277,000 | 10 | $8.6 million |
| 2023 | $487,830 | 12 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $455,000 | 10 | $8.6 million |
| 2025 | $205,000 | 5 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
Gius 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 Gius Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 5 | $205,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Vincent de Paul | Food/supplies for wenatchee food bank | $120,000 |
| St Timothy Lutheran Church | Maintenance | $50,000 |
| Quincy Food Bank | General donation | $20,000 |
| Grant County Animal Outreach | Animal shelter food and supplies | $10,000 |
| Ag Formative | General donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Spaulding
- Kevin Tomalty
- Robert R Siderius Jr
- Marie H Gius
Questions people ask
Does Gius Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gius Foundation give?
$205,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Gius Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas Spaulding (Advisory Comm), Kevin Tomalty (Advisory Comm), Robert R Siderius Jr (Advisory Comm) and Marie H Gius (Trustee).
What does Gius Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.