Porietis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Porietis Foundation is a private foundation in Tacoma, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $71,116 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,800 and the largest $13,316. 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$71,116
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,800
- Largest grant$13,316
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,473 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $35,473 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $71,116 | 13 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Porietis 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 Porietis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $55,800 |
| Arizona | 1 | $13,316 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable donation | $13,316 |
| The Humane Society of Pierce County | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of South Puget Sou | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Greater Tacoma Community Foundation | Charitable donation | $9,000 |
| Tacoma Sunrise Rotary Club Foundati | Charitable donation | $7,500 |
| Salvation Army of Tacoma | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Emergency Food Network | Charitable donation | $2,800 |
| Pony Up Rescue for Equines | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| The Whole Horse Place | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Collar of Hope | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Kitsap Humane Society | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Food Backpacks 4 Kids | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
| Paws of War | Charitable donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Porietis
Questions people ask
Does Porietis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Porietis Foundation give?
$71,116 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,800.
Who runs Porietis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Porietis (President).
What does Porietis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, youth programs and food and hunger.