Original Art Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Original Art Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $273,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$273,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $156,000 the year before.
73% 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 | $0 |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 11 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $273,500 | 15 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Original Art 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 Original Art Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $146,000 |
| New York | 2 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $52,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Tennis & Education Foundation | General operating funds | $100,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| Pro Publica Inc | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Seattle Colleges Foundation | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| University District Food Bank | General operating funds | $10,000 |
| Alliance for Education | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Invested | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Seattle Children's Foundation | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Artist Trust | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Opensecrets | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Progressive Animal Welfare Society | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Refugee Artisan Initiative | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Seattle Theatre Group | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Seattle Musicians Access to Sustainable Healthcare | General operating funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Colin Plank
- Ronit Plank
- Talya Plank
Questions people ask
Does Original Art Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Original Art Foundation give?
$273,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Original Art Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Colin Plank (Managing Member), Ronit Plank (Member) and Talya Plank (Member).
What does Original Art Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.