The June Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The June Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $102,554 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $9,000. 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$102,554
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $93,800 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $79,000 | 44 | $1.9 million |
| 2023 | $93,800 | 45 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $102,554 | 41 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The June 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 June Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 21 | $42,100 |
| New York | 9 | $32,000 |
| Oregon | 5 | $11,054 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,900 |
| California | 1 | $3,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Publica | Charitable | $9,000 |
| EarthGen | Charitable | $5,100 |
| NW Immigrant Rights Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| OXFAM America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Earth Justice | Charitable | $3,500 |
| AGBU Empower Her | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Children's Alliance | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Coaf | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Front and Centered | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $2,900 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Charitable | $2,900 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable | $2,900 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Charitable | $2,900 |
| Refugees International | Charitable | $2,900 |
| WaterAid America | Charitable | $2,900 |
| Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition | Charitable | $2,554 |
| Boys & Girls Club King County | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Medicine Sans Frontieres | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Wildlife Center of the North Coast | Charitable | $2,500 |
| ACLU of Washington Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ballard Food Bank | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Cannon Beach Community Food Pantry | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Compass Housing Alliance | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Family Works | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Fare Start | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Friends of Haystack Rock | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mary's Place | Charitable | $2,000 |
| North Coast Land Conservancy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Doney Coe Pet Clinic | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Foster Supports | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Full Life Care | Charitable | $1,500 |
| NW Girlchoir | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Peps | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Seattle Times Investigative Journalism Fund | Charitable | $1,500 |
| DiscNW | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Emporia State University Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Friends of Green Lake | Charitable | $500 |
| Grist | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marita Graube
- Ireta Graube
- August Graube
- Dean Stevens
Questions people ask
Does The June Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The June Foundation give?
$102,554 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The June Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marita Graube (President), Ireta Graube (Vice-President), August Graube (Director) and Dean Stevens (Director).
What does The June Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, human services and international.