The Herbert Jones Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Herbert Jones Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.2 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $264,550 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$8.2 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$264,550
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was up from $742,063 the year before.
85% 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 | $858,808 | 10 | $16.2 million |
| 2023 | $742,063 | 9 | $17.4 million |
| 2024 | $8.2 million | 20 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
The Herbert Jones 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 Herbert Jones Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 20 | $8.2 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NW School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children | General purpose grant | $1.5 million |
| Seattle University | Jones progress awards, business plan competition award, idea challenge awards, innovation & entrepreneurship grant | $1.5 million |
| Pierce College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $553,200 |
| Spokane Colleges Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $529,100 |
| Seattle Colleges Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $493,000 |
| Pacific Lutheran University | Community navigator prgm.; nourish certificate prgm. | $307,000 |
| Green River College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $288,600 |
| Highline College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $276,600 |
| Shoreline Community College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $276,600 |
| Walla Walla Community College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $276,600 |
| Edmonds College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $252,500 |
| Grays Harbor College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $252,500 |
| Peninsula College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $252,500 |
| Skagit Valley College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $252,500 |
| Bellevue College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $240,500 |
| Columbia Basin College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $240,500 |
| South Puget Sound Comm College Fndn | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $216,500 |
| Tacoma Community College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $204,400 |
| Yakima Valley College Foundation | Grant for entrepreneurship program | $204,400 |
| Seattle Pacific University | 2024-2025 hbj entrepreneurship program, social venture awards & launch, innovation lab | $53,075 |
Officers and trustees
- Terry Smith
- Tom Crha
- Tammy Miller
- Kaylee Jaech
- Mandy Ho
- Rene Wagner
Questions people ask
Does The Herbert Jones Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herbert Jones Foundation give?
$8.2 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $264,550.
Who runs The Herbert Jones Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Terry Smith (Trustee), Tom Crha (Trustee), Tammy Miller (Trustee) and Kaylee Jaech (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Herbert Jones Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.