James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$3.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.4 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.4 million | 26 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 15 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
James D and Sherry Raisbeck 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.
What James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 15 | $3.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornish College of the Arts | General operating funds - education in the arts | $1.2 million |
| University of Washington | General operating funds - education | $1.0 million |
| Seattle Symphony | General operating funds - the arts | $472,669 |
| Pacific Northwest Ballet | General operating funds - the arts | $100,000 |
| Music of Remembrance | General operating funds - the arts | $67,500 |
| Seattle Opera | General operating funds - the arts | $60,000 |
| Friends of Seattle Waterfront | General operating funds - general | $55,000 |
| Spectrum Dance Theater | General operating funds - the arts | $50,000 |
| Medic One Foundation | General operating funds - health | $41,300 |
| Glacier Peak Institute | General operating funds - general | $20,000 |
| Northwest Opera in Schools Etcetera (Noise) | General operating funds - education in the arts | $20,000 |
| History Link | General operating funds - general | $10,000 |
| Seattle Fire Foundation | General operating funds - general | $10,000 |
| Artsfund | General operating funds - arts | $5,000 |
| Providence St Joseph Health Foundation | General operating funds - general | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherry L Raisbeck
- Bill Grinstein
- Eric Valpey
Questions people ask
Does James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Sherry L Raisbeck (Trustee), Bill Grinstein (Trustee) and Eric Valpey (Trustee).
What does James D and Sherry Raisbeck Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.