Jean K Lafromboise Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jean K Lafromboise Foundation is a private foundation in Kirkland, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $645,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$645,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$17.4 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $750,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $750,000 | 28 | $15.9 million |
| 2024 | $645,000 | 26 | $17.4 million |
How to apply
Jean K Lafromboise 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 Jean K Lafromboise Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 19 | $545,000 |
| California | 4 | $80,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Greenlake | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Swedish Medical Center Foundation | Medical care | $75,000 |
| University of Washington | Men's crew scholarship | $60,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief | $50,000 |
| Childhaven | Children welfare | $50,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | Veteran support | $50,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Food banks | $25,000 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital | Medical treatment & research | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Medical support | $25,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Youth Care | Youth homelessness | $20,000 |
| Mary's Place | Homless shelter | $20,000 |
| Pike Place Market Foundation | Community support | $15,000 |
| Daughters of Cincinnati | Military stars | $10,000 |
| Fare Start | Culinary job training & placement | $10,000 |
| Hoover Institution | Education | $10,000 |
| Lymelight Foundation | Lyme disease treatment | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | Community support | $10,000 |
| Sound Generations | Senior services | $10,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | Conservancy | $10,000 |
| Solid Ground | Poverty support | $10,000 |
| Pike Place Senior Center | Senior support | $10,000 |
| American Council of Trustees & Alum | Donation | $5,000 |
| Northwest Kidney Centers | Community support | $5,000 |
| Providence Hospice of Seattle Foundation | Medical treatment & research | $5,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | Land conservation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Coyle
- Deyonne Tegman
- Neeva Valdez
Questions people ask
Does Jean K Lafromboise Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jean K Lafromboise Foundation give?
$645,000 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Jean K Lafromboise Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frank Coyle (President), Deyonne Tegman (Secretary/Tr) and Neeva Valdez (Director).
What does Jean K Lafromboise Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and human services.