Oak Creek Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Oak Creek Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$135,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $104,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $100,000 | 1 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $104,000 | 1 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $135,000 | 8 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Oak Creek 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 Oak Creek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $70,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Common Power Future | Democracy outreach | $50,000 |
| Extrafood Org | Address world hunger | $25,000 |
| Marin Academy | Progressive college-prep education | $15,000 |
| Nicasio Land Preserve | Land conservation | $15,000 |
| Nicasio Volunteer Fire Department | Fire prevention | $10,000 |
| Opal Community Land Trust | Affordable housing | $7,500 |
| Orcas Island Community Foundation | Orcas island philanthropy | $7,500 |
| Halleck Creek Ranch | Empowering disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Renschler
- Todd Renschler
- Mary C Acker
Questions people ask
Does Oak Creek Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oak Creek Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Oak Creek Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Renschler (Co-Pres/Director), Todd Renschler (Co-Pres/Director) and Mary C Acker (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Oak Creek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and community development.