Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found
Preselected recipients only
Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 62 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $315,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$315,000
- Assets$31.5 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
19% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 75 | $28.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 62 | $29.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 62 | $31.5 million |
How to apply
Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found 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 Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 30 | $799,000 |
| Nevada | 12 | $355,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $130,000 |
| California | 3 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 5 | $35,000 |
| Idaho | 3 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington Foundation | Education fund & health institute | $315,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief assistance | $130,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Assisted housing for king county | $70,000 |
| Conservation International | Land conservation | $50,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Medical research | $50,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Refugee support | $50,000 |
| Lakeside School | Annual fund | $50,000 |
| The Animal Foundation | Animal shelter | $50,000 |
| The Shade Tree | Domestic violence shelter | $50,000 |
| The Stanford Fund | Undergraduate education fund | $50,000 |
| Three Square Food Bank | Food bank | $50,000 |
| University Medical Center Foundatio | Support highest level of care | $50,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Undergraduate education fund | $50,000 |
| Woodland Park Zoo | Endowment fund | $50,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Ins | Cancer research | $45,000 |
| Direct Relief | Disaster relief | $40,000 |
| Lifewire | Domestic violence shelter | $40,000 |
| Refugee for Women | Emergency housing | $40,000 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Fndn | Juvenile diabetes research | $30,000 |
| Safe Nest | Domestic violence support | $30,000 |
| Shine A Light Foundation | Homelessness support | $30,000 |
| Lighthouse Charities | Low income family support | $20,000 |
| Seattle Aquarium Society | Annual fund & ocean pavil campaign | $20,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Companion animal training | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital Foundation | Medical care for children endowment | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical care in 3rd world countries | $10,000 |
| Doney Coe Pet Clinic | Vet care for homeless pets | $10,000 |
| Dress for Success | Professional attire for women | $10,000 |
| Epiphany School | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind | Guide dogs for the blind assist | $10,000 |
| Homeward Bound Cat Adoption | Animal rescue shelter | $10,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Food bank | $10,000 |
| Project 150 | Free clothing and food support | $10,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Seattle Children's Theatre | Performance arts | $10,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Fndtn | Breast cancer research | $10,000 |
| Treehouse | Foster children assistance | $10,000 |
| Vested Interest in K9'S | Vests for first responder canines | $10,000 |
| Akin (Childhaven) | Shelter/care for children | $5,000 |
| Behind the Badge Foundation | Line of duty family support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Kay McCaw
- Debra Tawney Stroh
- Joseph D Weinstein
Questions people ask
Does Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Kay McCaw (President &), Debra Tawney Stroh (Vice Preside) and Joseph D Weinstein (Secretary).
What does Keith & Mary Kay McCaw Family Found fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.