Gorder Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gorder Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $458,632 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $201,811. 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$458,632
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$201,811
- Assets$17.9 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,857 the year before.
92% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $368,003 | 38 | $16.4 million |
| 2024 | $15,857 | 6 | $17.6 million |
| 2025 | $458,632 | 39 | $17.9 million |
How to apply
Gorder Family 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 Gorder Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 35 | $410,240 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $43,392 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ACLU of Washington Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $201,811 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle | Further the organization's charitable goals | $50,569 |
| Seattle University | Further the organization's charitable goals | $50,518 |
| Equal Justice Works | Further the organization's charitable goals | $41,892 |
| University of Washington | Further the organization's charitable goals | $25,122 |
| Rainier Scholars | Further the organization's charitable goals | $15,193 |
| St Francis House | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,240 |
| Art With Heart (Childhaven) | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,088 |
| Recovery Cafe | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,088 |
| Coyote Central | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,041 |
| Seattle Aquarium | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,030 |
| Ace Mentor Program | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Sawhorse Revolution | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| The Tubman Center for Health & Freedom | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,700 |
| Northaven Senior Living | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,590 |
| Evergreen State College Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| Lakeside School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| L'arche - Twin Cities | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| L'arche Noah Sealth of Seattle | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| Seattle Country Day School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| King County Bar Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,500 |
| National Park Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,500 |
| Northwest Harvest | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,500 |
| Seattle's Chinatown International District | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,500 |
| Food Lifeline | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Islandwood | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Operation Nightwatch | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Rwanda Girls International | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| San Juan Community Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| San Juan Island Library | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Seattle Girls School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| St Joseph Parish | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Teens in Public Service | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| The Bush School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Kuow-Puget Sound Public Radio | Further the organization's charitable goals | $500 |
| Northwest Choirs | Further the organization's charitable goals | $500 |
| Old Dog Haven | Further the organization's charitable goals | $500 |
| Artist Trust | Further the organization's charitable goals | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Valerie F Gorder
- Gregory Dgorder
Questions people ask
Does Gorder Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gorder Family Foundation give?
$458,632 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Gorder Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Valerie F Gorder (Director, President & Trea) and Gregory Dgorder (Director, Vice President,).
What does Gorder Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.