MD 19 Lions Foundation
Accepts applications
MD 19 Lions Foundation is a private foundation in Pullman, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,355 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,338 and the largest $8,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$41,355
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,338
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,224 the year before.
75% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $50,224 | 14 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $41,355 | 16 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jon Whitman 331 SR27, Pullman, WA 99163 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (509) 332-2341 |
What MD 19 Lions Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $9,560 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $26,982 |
| Idaho | 1 | $4,200 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MD 19 Lions | Md 19 lions training seminars | $8,000 |
| Lake Chelan School District | Non lion youth leadership | $6,800 |
| Ilwaco High School Asb | Non lion student grant | $5,720 |
| Cascade School District | Non lion adult leadership | $5,400 |
| Individual | $4,200 | |
| Cascade School District | Non lion student leadership | $2,830 |
| Individual | Md 19 lions leadership training | $2,722 |
| Cascade Pacific Council | Non lion student project | $1,500 |
| Lake Chelan School District - Fccla | Non lion student leadership | $1,175 |
| Peachland Lions Club | Lions leadership training | $1,060 |
| Skagit County 4-H Dog Leaders | Non lion 4h project | $750 |
| Camas Lions Club | Lions dist leadership training | $585 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Poulsbo Lions Club | Lion leo leadership | $500 |
| Lions Club District I | Lions training seminars | $250 |
| Tumwater Lions Club | Lions park project | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Brien Patton
- Marilynn Danby
- Jon Whitman
- Stephen Staudinger
Questions people ask
Does MD 19 Lions Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does MD 19 Lions Foundation give?
$41,355 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,338.
Who runs MD 19 Lions Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brien Patton (President), Marilynn Danby (Secretary), Jon Whitman (Treasurer) and Stephen Staudinger (Vice President).
What does MD 19 Lions Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and youth programs.