Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa
Preselected recipients only
Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa is a private foundation in Kenmore, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $51,000. 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$375,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2025 was up from $373,000 the year before.
94% 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 | $323,000 | 21 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $373,000 | 23 | $9.2 million |
| 2025 | $375,000 | 27 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa 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 Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 26 | $372,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Washington University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 17 individuals | $51,000 |
| Western Washington University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 14 individuals | $42,000 |
| Whitworth University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 14 individuals | $42,000 |
| University of Washington | Educational assistance - scholarships to 10 individuals | $30,000 |
| Washington State University | Educational assistance - fellowships to 5 individuals | $30,000 |
| Eastern Washington University | Educational assistance - fellowships to 4 individuals | $24,000 |
| Washington Masonic Charities | Lodge leadership retreat fund | $24,000 |
| Washington State University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 6 individuals | $18,000 |
| Central Washington University | Educational assistance - fellowships to 2 individuals | $12,000 |
| University of Washington | Educational assistance - fellowships to 2 individuals | $12,000 |
| Washington State University | Educational assistance - fellowships to 2 individuals | $12,000 |
| Western Washington University | Educational assistance - fellowships to 2 individuals | $12,000 |
| Gonzaga University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 3 individuals | $9,000 |
| Pacific Lutheran University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 3 individuals | $9,000 |
| Eastern Washington University | Educational assistance - scholarships to 2 individuals | $6,000 |
| Seattle University | Educational assistance - fellowships to 1 individuals | $6,000 |
| Washington Masonic Charities | Scottish rite legacy school fund | $6,000 |
| Arizona State University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Central Washington University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Digipen Institute of Technology | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Lake Washington Institute of Techno | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Northwest University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Saint Martin's University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Seattle University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Washington State University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Wenatchee Valley College | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
| Western Washington University | Educational assistance - scholarship to 1 individual | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Will Lewis
- Alan Smith
- Mark Quenneville
- G Winton Smith
- Alvin Jorgensen
- Bill Hubbard
- Aaron Simon
- Roger Nelson
- Scot Sageser
- John Mathers
- Patrick Stanton
- Richard Kovak
- Alexander Kaeka
- Andrew Rowley
- Brian Morgan
Questions people ask
Does Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa give?
$375,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa?
Its 2025 filing lists Will Lewis (Director), Alan Smith (Director), Mark Quenneville (President) and G Winton Smith (Immediate Past President) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Scottish Rite Foundation of Wa Inc DBA Scottish Rite Scholarship Fdn of Wa fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.