The Kaplita Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kaplita Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sammamish, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,400 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 and the largest $15,000. 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$93,400
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $68,700 the year before.
26% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $43,500 | 25 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $68,700 | 23 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $93,400 | 24 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Kaplita 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 Kaplita Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $58,250 |
| California | 3 | $13,500 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $3,650 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $3,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Swedish Neuroscience Institute | Medical | $15,000 |
| Sammamish Presbyterian Church | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Bellevue Christian School | Education | $5,000 |
| Fame | Medical | $5,000 |
| Fare Start | Education | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International | Education/spiritual | $5,000 |
| Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank | Healthcare | $5,000 |
| Mary's Place | Education | $5,000 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Education | $5,000 |
| Stanford Graduate School of Business | Education | $5,000 |
| The Sophia Way | Spiritual | $5,000 |
| Virginia Mason Franscican Health Foundation | Medical | $5,000 |
| Cal-Poly Foundation | Education | $3,500 |
| Bonner General Health Foundation | Medical | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical | $2,000 |
| University of Minnesota | Education | $2,000 |
| The Good Times Project | Medical | $2,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Friends of Scouting | Community park | $1,650 |
| Boy Scouts of America Friends of Scouting | Education | $1,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Troop 751 | Education | $1,000 |
| College of St Scholastica | Education | $1,000 |
| Summit Church | Spiritual | $1,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Education | $1,000 |
| World Vision | Humanitarian | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle Kaplita
Questions people ask
Does The Kaplita Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kaplita Family Foundation give?
$93,400 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs The Kaplita Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michelle Kaplita (Trustee).
What does The Kaplita Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.