Real Progress Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Real Progress Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $365,590 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $180,815. 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$365,590
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$180,815
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2025 was up from $193,420 the year before.
74% 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 | $137,531 | 94 | $11.2 million |
| 2024 | $193,420 | 22 | $13.8 million |
| 2025 | $365,590 | 20 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
Real Progress 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Real Progress Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $231,815 |
| Washington | 11 | $111,775 |
| California | 2 | $17,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indivisible Civics | Campaign director position | $180,815 |
| Indivisible Civics | Security project | $50,000 |
| Aclu-Wa | Community enhancement grant | $25,000 |
| Mary's Place | Community enhancement grant | $25,000 |
| Benefits Law Center | Community enhancement grant | $10,000 |
| Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America | General support | $10,000 |
| Kuow | Community enhancement grant | $10,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Community enhancement grant | $10,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Community enhancement grant | $10,000 |
| Songs of Black Folk | Rn employee matching grant | $10,000 |
| Treehouse | Community enhancement grant | $10,000 |
| Build | Rn employee matching grant | $7,500 |
| American Red Cross | Rn employee matching grant | $2,000 |
| Evergreen Leather Events | Rn employee volunteer hours grant | $1,225 |
| President & Fellows of Harvard | Rn employee matching grant | $1,000 |
| Results Educational Fund | Rpf employee anniversary grant | $1,000 |
| University of TX Foundation | Rn employee anniversary grant | $1,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Rn employee matching grant | $500 |
| Heartland Humane Society | Rn employee anniversary grant | $500 |
| Washington Trails Association | Rn employee matching grant | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert D Glaser
- Michael Parham
- Martin Collier
- Ben Klasky
Questions people ask
Does Real Progress Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Real Progress Foundation give?
$365,590 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Real Progress Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert D Glaser (Board Chair, Trustee), Michael Parham (Treasurer, Trustee), Martin Collier (Executive Director (Thru 2/2025)) and Ben Klasky (Interim Executive Director).
What does Real Progress Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.