JKU Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JKU Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$18,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$399,742
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,600 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17,200 | 17 | $348,447 |
| 2024 | $16,600 | 17 | $367,088 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 10 | $399,742 |
How to apply
JKU 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 JKU Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 6 | $11,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Public Library Foundation | Community Service | $2,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | Animal Welfare | $2,000 |
| The Carter Center | Poverty and Disaster Relief | $2,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Human Services | $2,000 |
| American Assoc for Cancer Research | Human Services | $2,000 |
| Hopelink | Human Services | $2,000 |
| Woodland Park Zoo Foundation | Animal Welfare | $2,000 |
| Seattle Animal Shelter | Animal Welfare | $1,500 |
| SPCA of Texas | Animal Welfare | $1,500 |
| Swim Across America | Cancer Research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Kusaka
- Todd Uyeda
- Cathryn Fraser
- Douglas Uyeda
Questions people ask
Does JKU Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JKU Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs JKU Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Kusaka (President), Todd Uyeda (Vice President), Cathryn Fraser (President Elect) and Douglas Uyeda (Secretary Treasurer).
What does JKU Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and health.