The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $880,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $235,000. 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$880,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$235,000
- Assets$19.8 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $805,000 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $778,790 | 13 | $16.1 million |
| 2023 | $805,000 | 14 | $19.8 million |
| 2024 | $880,000 | 18 | $19.8 million |
How to apply
The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14 | $710,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Art Museum | Sam forward campaign | $235,000 |
| University of Washington | Ophthalmology endowment | $150,000 |
| University of Washington | Friday harbor labs endowed program support fund | $120,000 |
| American Friends Service Committee Development | Frank and nadia munk endowment fund | $50,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Amy and matthew ragen endowment | $50,000 |
| High Desert Museum | Endowment for care of the brooks and suzanne ragen labrary | $50,000 |
| YMCA - Y Scholars | Y social impact center | $50,000 |
| Community Land Trust of Waldron Island | Land stewardship and providing homes and land for low-income waldron residents | $25,000 |
| Photographic Center Northwest | New building campaign | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family Service | Refugee resettlement endowment | $20,000 |
| San Juan Preservation Trust | Conservation work for the san juan islands | $20,000 |
| Kids in Need of Defense | General | $20,000 |
| Northwest Immigrant Rihgts Project | General | $15,000 |
| Refugee Women's Alliance | General | $15,000 |
| San Juan Community Home Trust | Affordable housing | $10,000 |
| San Juan Community Theatre | General | $10,000 |
| Center for Whale Search | General | $10,000 |
| Friday Harbor Food Bank | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew B Ragen
- Suzanne M Ragen
- Maisie Ide
- Cameron B Ragen
- Suzanne L Ragen
- Lisa Ragen Ide
- Jake Ragen
- Josh Ragen
- Roscoe Ide
- Tessa Ide
- Jackson Ragen
- McKenna Ragen
- Carly Ragen
Questions people ask
Does The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation give?
$880,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew B Ragen (President), Suzanne M Ragen (Vice President), Maisie Ide (Trustee) and Cameron B Ragen (Treasurer) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does The Brooks and Suzanne Ragen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.