Provision
Preselected recipients only
Provision is a private foundation in Gig Harbor, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $203,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $78,500. 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$203,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$78,500
- Assets$35.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $377,000 the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 | $377,000 | 19 | $35.5 million |
| 2024 | $203,500 | 9 | $35.2 million |
How to apply
Provision 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 Provision funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8 | $168,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Argos International | Development work in central america | $78,500 |
| Youth With A Mission | Development of gaa services to chrisitan schools in various nations | $35,000 |
| City Central Church | Building project | $25,000 |
| Harborview Fellowship Church | Hf youth mission to tennessee | $25,000 |
| NW Network Foundation Bod | Benevolent fund | $20,000 |
| Catholic Community Services of Western Washington (Matt Talbot Center) | Building project | $5,000 |
| Dads- Divine Alternatives for Dads Services | Dads fatherhood program | $5,000 |
| Museum of Glass | General operations | $5,000 |
| The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Russell
- Marsha Russell
- Chi-Dooh Li
- Nick Russell
- Carol Lichtenberg
Questions people ask
Does Provision accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Provision give?
$203,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Provision?
Its 2024 filing lists Eric Russell (Executive Director), Marsha Russell (Director), Chi-Dooh Li (Director) and Nick Russell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Provision fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.