The Berwick Degel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Berwick Degel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vashon, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.0 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $87,500 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$5.0 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$87,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5.0 million the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 24 | $14.2 million |
| 2024 | $5.0 million | 24 | $10.3 million |
| 2025 | $5.0 million | 22 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
The Berwick Degel Family 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 The Berwick Degel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $30,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 19 | $4.8 million |
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Legal Services | General operating budget | $1.0 million |
| Endowment for Equal Justice | Endowment | $1.0 million |
| Northwest Immigrant Rights Project | General operating budget | $600,000 |
| Legal Foundation of Washington | Program grants | $540,000 |
| One Equal Heart Foundation | General operating budget | $320,000 |
| Northwest Health Law Advocates | General operating budget | $300,000 |
| Justlead Washington | General operating budget | $250,000 |
| Uc Irvine Foundation | Korematsu center operations | $250,000 |
| Vashon Murry Community Food Bank | Capital campaign | $200,000 |
| Casa Latina | General operating budget | $100,000 |
| Kuow Public Radio | General operating budget | $100,000 |
| Peace & Justice Action League of Spokane | General operating budget | $75,000 |
| Treehouse | General operating budget | $75,000 |
| Legal Voice | General operating budget | $60,000 |
| Seattle Symphony | Annual fund - operating budget | $50,000 |
| Ixim Ac | General operating budget | $30,000 |
| Act Theatre | General operating budget | $25,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Annual fund - operating budget | $25,000 |
| College Success Foundation | General operating budget | $20,000 |
| Capaces Leadership Institute | General operating budget | $10,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul of Seattle King County | General operating budget | $10,000 |
| Ignacian Spirituality Center | General operating budget | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanne E Berwick
- James A Degel
Questions people ask
Does The Berwick Degel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Berwick Degel Family Foundation give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $87,500.
Who runs The Berwick Degel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeanne E Berwick (Director) and James A Degel (Director).
What does The Berwick Degel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.