Susan Michaels Compassion Trust
Preselected recipients only
Susan Michaels Compassion Trust is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $158,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$158,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $111,000 the year before.
73% 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 | $111,000 | 7 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $158,500 | 11 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Susan Michaels Compassion Trust 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 Susan Michaels Compassion Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $34,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $24,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Animal Freedom | Grant | $24,000 |
| Open Sanctuary Project | Grant | $20,000 |
| Center for Humane Economy | Grant | $17,500 |
| Animal Partisan | Grant | $15,000 |
| Direct Action Everywhere | Grant | $15,000 |
| Pasados Safe Haven | Grant | $15,000 |
| Switch for Good | Grant | $15,000 |
| Animal Vegan Advocacy Intl | Grant | $10,000 |
| Animal Recovery Mission | Grant | $10,000 |
| Leap | Grant | $10,000 |
| Better Food Foundation | Grant | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell Fox
- Bill Rus
Questions people ask
Does Susan Michaels Compassion Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Susan Michaels Compassion Trust give?
$158,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Susan Michaels Compassion Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell Fox (Co-Trustee) and Bill Rus (Co-Trustee).
What does Susan Michaels Compassion Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.