Growing Tree Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Growing Tree Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $226,069 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$226,069
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$35.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $700,853 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $506,800 | 1 | $31.9 million |
| 2023 | $700,853 | 16 | $34.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 8 | $35.2 million |
How to apply
Growing Tree 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 Growing Tree Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $654,276 |
| Illinois | 1 | $600,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $343,562 |
| Washington | 1 | $200,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Filament Theatre of Chicago | To further the organization's charitable goals | $600,000 |
| Interlochen Center for Arts | To further the organization's charitable goals | $343,562 |
| Schwab Charitable | To further the organization's charitable goals | $252,138 |
| Schwab Charitable | To further the organization's charitable goals | $252,138 |
| Viva Farms | To further the organization's charitable goals | $200,000 |
| Schwab Charitable | To further the organization's charitable goals | $150,000 |
| Cope Environmental Center | To further the organization's charitable goals | $100,000 |
| YWCA of Greater Cincinnati | To further the organization's charitable goals | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles M Drackett Jr
- Susan G Drackett
- Heidi L G Orr
Questions people ask
Does Growing Tree Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Growing Tree Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $226,069.
Who runs Growing Tree Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles M Drackett Jr (President), Susan G Drackett (Secretary/Treasurer) and Heidi L G Orr (Director).
What does Growing Tree Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.