Lagu Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lagu Foundation is a private foundation in Silverdale, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$58,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,000 the year before.
39% 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 | $57,000 | 17 | $934,162 |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 18 | $947,513 |
| 2025 | $58,000 | 18 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Lagu 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 Lagu Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 12 | $41,500 |
| Alaska | 2 | $5,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orcas Island Community Foundation | Foundation activities | $8,000 |
| Mary's Place | Foundation activities | $6,000 |
| Nwirp NW Immigrant Rights | Foundation activites | $5,500 |
| Hawaiian Audubon Society | Foundation activites | $5,000 |
| Washington National Parks Fund | Foundation activites | $5,000 |
| Next | Foundation activites | $5,000 |
| Make Shift Art Space | Foundation activites | $3,000 |
| Sunrise Community Health | Foundation activites | $3,000 |
| Orcas Community Resource Center | Foundation activites | $3,000 |
| Catholic Community Services of Ak | Foundation activites | $3,000 |
| Nepal Seeds | Foundation activites | $2,000 |
| Tyonek Grown Conservation District | Foundation activites | $2,000 |
| Hopelink Literacy | Foundation activites | $1,500 |
| National Immigrants Justice Center | Foundation activites | $1,500 |
| Kitsap Immigrants Assistance Center | Foundation activites | $1,250 |
| North Cascades Institute | Foundation activites | $1,250 |
| Box | Foundation activities | $1,000 |
| Key to Change | Foundation activites | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine Thomas
- Burke T Thomas
Questions people ask
Does Lagu Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lagu Foundation give?
$58,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Lagu Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elaine Thomas (Officer) and Burke T Thomas (Officer).
What does Lagu Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and human services.