Pine River Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pine River Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
35% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 22 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 24 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 27 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Pine River 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 Pine River Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 13 | $29,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $8,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $8,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,000 |
| California | 3 | $3,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Swedish Medical Center Foundation | To provide support to exempt org | $5,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | To provide support to exempt org | $5,000 |
| Trout & Salmon Foundation | To provide support to exempt org | $4,000 |
| Mary's Place | To provide support to exempt org | $3,500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | To provide support to exempt org | $3,500 |
| Nature Conservancy of Washington | To provide support to exempt org | $3,500 |
| Idaho Rivers United | To provide support to exempt org | $3,000 |
| Long Live the Kings | To provide support to exempt org | $3,000 |
| Washington Water Trust | To provide support to exempt org | $3,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | To provide support to exempt org | $3,000 |
| Yellowstone Forever | To provide support to exempt org | $3,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Washington | To provide support to exempt org | $2,500 |
| Ducks Unlimted | To provide support to exempt org | $2,000 |
| Seattle Aquarium Annual Fund | To provide support to exempt org | $2,000 |
| Birds Connect Seattle | To provide support to exempt org | $1,500 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | To provide support to exempt org | $1,500 |
| Coral Reef Alliance | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Evergreen Treatment Center | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Food Lifeline | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Island Conservation | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Fund | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Mountains to Sound Greenway | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| The Trevor Project | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
| Wrrap | To provide support to exempt org | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Louise Stumph
- Charlie Kellogg
- Phoebe Andrew
- Gaylord Kellogg
Questions people ask
Does Pine River Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pine River Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Pine River Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louise Stumph (President/Tr), Charlie Kellogg (VP & Secreta), Phoebe Andrew (Director) and Gaylord Kellogg (Director).
What does Pine River Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.