Maritz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maritz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.5 million the year before.
41% of its 2025 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 | $2.1 million | 23 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 22 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 22 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Maritz 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 Maritz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 13 | $1.1 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $378,615 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $333,333 |
| New York | 5 | $135,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $60,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington Foundation | To help fund general operations | $600,000 |
| Erikson Institute | To help fund general operations | $378,615 |
| United World College - USA | To help fund general operations | $333,333 |
| Open Arms Perinatal Services | To help fund general operations | $168,978 |
| Seattle Foundation | To help fund general operations | $157,500 |
| Program for Early Parent Support | To help fund general operations | $86,596 |
| Grameen Foundation USA | To help fund general operations | $75,000 |
| The New Israel Fund | To help fund general operations | $60,000 |
| J Street Education Fund | To help fund general operations | $30,000 |
| Momsrising Education Fund | To help fund general operations | $25,000 |
| Panorama Global | To help fund general operations | $25,000 |
| American Friends of Reichman University | To help fund general operations | $20,000 |
| Brightspark Early Learning Services | To help fund general operations | $20,000 |
| Charter for Compassion | To help fund general operations | $20,000 |
| Shalom Hartman Institute of North America | To help fund general operations | $20,000 |
| Perinatal Support Washington | To help fund general operations | $15,000 |
| Friends of Givat Haviva | To help fund general operations | $10,000 |
| Afton Bloom Group | To help fund general operations | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | To help fund general operations | $5,000 |
| Children's Alliance | To help fund general operations | $2,500 |
| Denise Louie Education Center | To help fund general operations | $2,500 |
| Northwest Immigrant Rights Project | To help fund general operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Yaffa Maritz
- Paul Maritz
- Jeffrey A Williamson
Questions people ask
Does Maritz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maritz Family Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Maritz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yaffa Maritz (President), Paul Maritz (Vice President) and Jeffrey A Williamson (Secretary, Treasurer).
What does Maritz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.