Suskin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Suskin Foundation is a private foundation in Kenmore, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 46 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $905,000 the year before.
28% of its 2025 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 | $900,000 | 37 | $14.9 million |
| 2024 | $905,000 | 38 | $16.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 46 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Suskin 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 Suskin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 33 | $1.0 million |
| California | 4 | $130,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $60,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center | Support operations | $70,000 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital | Support operations | $70,000 |
| No Kid Hungry | Support operations | $60,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | Operations support | $50,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | Support operations | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operations support | $45,000 |
| American Red Cross | Support operations | $40,000 |
| Emergency Food Network | Support operations | $40,000 |
| Homeward Pet Adoption Center | Support operations | $40,000 |
| Medic One Foundation | Support operations | $40,000 |
| Uso Northwest | Support operations | $40,000 |
| Food Lifeline | Support operations | $35,000 |
| Got Your Six | Support operations | $35,000 |
| Lifewire | Support operations | $35,000 |
| Ackcs Rescue Trust | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Brigadoon Service Dogs | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Cavalier Rescue USA | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Children's Home Society of Washington | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Danny & Ron's Rescue | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Freedom Frenchie Rescue | Support operations | $30,000 |
| French Bulldog Village Rescue | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Friends of Youth | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Fristers | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Mary's Place | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Olive Crest | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Paws | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Red Rover Purple Leash Project | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Safe | Support operations | $30,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | Operations support | $30,000 |
| Treehouse for Kids | Support operations | $30,000 |
| USA Patriots Kids Camp | Support operations | $30,000 |
| North Pacific Food Bank | Support operations | $25,000 |
| Old Dog Haven | Support operations | $25,000 |
| The Soup Ladies | Support operations | $25,000 |
| Becks Place | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Bridge City Inclusive Sports | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Hank's Heroes Foundation | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Meow Cat Rescue | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Motley Zoo Animal Rescue | Support operations | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jody L Suskin
- Steven C Suskin
- Stacy Suskin Rottinghaus
Questions people ask
Does Suskin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Suskin Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Suskin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jody L Suskin (Trustee), Steven C Suskin (Trustee) and Stacy Suskin Rottinghaus (Trustee).
What does Suskin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, animals and food and hunger.