The Columbia Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Columbia Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $48,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$48,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $54,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $54,000 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 8 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Columbia 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 Columbia Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 7 | $30,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bitterroot Christian Ministries Inc | Operating expenses | $18,000 |
| University of Washington | Operating expenses | $12,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Lakeside School | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Maltby Food Bank | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Seattle Childrens Hospital Foundation | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Y Silk
- Susan Y Jones
- Thomas P Youell Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Columbia Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Columbia Foundation give?
$48,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Columbia Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Y Silk (President), Susan Y Jones (Vice President) and Thomas P Youell Jr (Secretary / Treasurer).
What does The Columbia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.