Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation is a private foundation in Tacoma, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,800 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$6,800
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$143,448
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,350 the year before.
20% 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 | $5,460 | 0 | $122,523 |
| 2024 | $6,350 | 6 | $133,512 |
| 2025 | $6,800 | 5 | $143,448 |
How to apply
Lillian Bredow Gould 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 Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 4 | $5,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Taylor Family YMCA | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Thomaston Community Pantry | Charitable contribtuion | $1,300 |
| Tacoma City Ballet | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Tacoma Youth Symphony Association | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Courts for Kids | Charitable contribtuion | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith Secco
- Pamela Carbone
- Gary Gould
- Charles Gould
Questions people ask
Does Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation give?
$6,800 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Judith Secco (President), Pamela Carbone (Vice President), Gary Gould (Secretary) and Charles Gould (Treasurer).
What does Lillian Bredow Gould Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.