Glassybaby Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Glassybaby Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $491,410 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $210,000. 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$491,410
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$210,000
- Assets$5,502
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
62% 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 | $1.3 million | 99 | $11,763 |
| 2024 | $491,410 | 26 | $5,502 |
How to apply
Glassybaby 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Glassybaby Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $235,878 |
| California | 4 | $145,000 |
| Washington | 11 | $95,920 |
| Virginia | 1 | $6,261 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $1,209 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,134 |
| Texas | 3 | $918 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $90 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bfoundation | General fund | $210,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | General fund | $60,000 |
| Westside Food Bank | General fund | $60,000 |
| Seattle Seahawks Women's Association | General fund | $38,940 |
| Seattle Aquarium | General fund | $25,000 |
| Harlem Mothers Save | General fund | $20,878 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | General fund | $20,000 |
| Fred Hutch Cancer Research | General fund | $6,850 |
| For Morgan | General fund | $6,261 |
| FREE2LUV | General fund | $5,000 |
| Marin Health Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Carcinoid Cancer Foundation Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Forgotten Dogs Rescue | General fund | $5,000 |
| Shane Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Misdb | General fund | $5,000 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital Foundation | General fund | $4,647 |
| Northwest Harvest | General fund | $2,600 |
| Jem Family Guild of Skagit Valley Hospital | General fund | $1,500 |
| University of Idaho Foundation | General fund | $1,209 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | General fund | $1,134 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital Guild Association | General fund | $900 |
| Nasher Sculpture Center | General fund | $693 |
| Old Dog Haven | General fund | $483 |
| Community Foundation of Texas | General fund | $135 |
| Willpower Foundation | General fund | $90 |
| Friends of Solar Prep | General fund | $90 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Rhodes
- Sale Rhodes
- Peg Vance
- April Guenther
- Jeanne Jungjin Lim Weaver
Questions people ask
Does Glassybaby Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Glassybaby Foundation give?
$491,410 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Glassybaby Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee Rhodes (President), Sale Rhodes (Treasurer), Peg Vance (Secretary) and April Guenther (Prev. Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Glassybaby Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, health and youth programs.