Neukom Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Neukom Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $300,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$300,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$74.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.5 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.0 million | 14 | $70.2 million |
| 2023 | $4.5 million | 15 | $72.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 3 | $74.8 million |
How to apply
Neukom 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 Neukom Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $750,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marie Stopes International US | General support | $500,000 |
| Water First International | General support | $300,000 |
| World Justice Project | General support | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William H Neukom Dec 07142025
- Samantha Neukom Nyhan
- Josselyn Neukom
- John McMakin Neukom
- Gillian Neukom Toledo
Questions people ask
Does Neukom Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Neukom Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $300,000.
Who runs Neukom Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William H Neukom Dec 07142025 (Director), Samantha Neukom Nyhan (President), Josselyn Neukom (Vice President) and John McMakin Neukom (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Neukom Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.