Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $677,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$677,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was down from $887,500 the year before.
45% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $887,500 | 17 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $677,500 | 20 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
Kennedy-Ries Family 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 Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 15 | $552,500 |
| California | 2 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Avenue Theatre Association | General support | $115,000 |
| Recovery Cafe | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Plymouth Housing Group | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Agros International | General support | $50,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Council of Seattle Area | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Jubliee Women's Center | Purchase and renovation of the maxwell house; remaining funds for general purposes | $50,000 |
| Seattle University Fund | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Jesuits West | General support | $30,000 |
| Water 1st International | General support | $25,000 |
| Devon Preparatory School | General support | $25,000 |
| Chief Seattle Club | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Shirts Across America | General purposes | $25,000 |
| American Independent Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| State Leadership Project | General support | $25,000 |
| Common Power Future | General support | $25,000 |
| USA West Province Society of Jesus | General support | $20,000 |
| Northwest Immigrant Rights Project | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Ventures | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Northwest Literacy Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick F Kennedy
- Mary Melissa Ries
- Ruth M Verhoff
Questions people ask
Does Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation give?
$677,500 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick F Kennedy (Co-President/Secretary), Mary Melissa Ries (Co-President) and Ruth M Verhoff (Treasurer).
What does Kennedy-Ries Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and international.