The Macrae Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Macrae Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$139,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $121,500 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $120,500 | 15 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $121,500 | 18 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $139,000 | 15 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Macrae 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 Macrae Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $101,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer Island Schools Foundation | Fall & spring support campaigns | $20,000 |
| Three Ring Ranch | Support exotic animal sanctuary | $20,000 |
| George Pocock Rowing Foundation | Support rowing fundraising event | $18,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Support art museum | $17,000 |
| Mercer Island Youth&family Services | Support mercer island community | $15,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Support service dog training | $10,000 |
| Pitch Your Peers | Support equity in education programs | $10,000 |
| Duke University | Support trinity college annual fund | $6,000 |
| Camp Fire Inland Northwest | Support the camp and programs | $5,000 |
| Friends of Fircrest | Macrae therapy garden maintenance | $5,000 |
| Mercer Island High School PTSA | Support college and career readiness | $5,000 |
| Mercer Island Girls Basketball | Support youth sports | $3,000 |
| Mercer Island Rowing Club | Support youth rowing club | $2,000 |
| Young Life | Programs to reach kids for christ | $2,000 |
| Macaw Rescue & Sanctuary | Support rescue and care of parrots | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Caroline Jill Davis
- Lesley A Poole
- Lissa M Tripp
Questions people ask
Does The Macrae Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Macrae Foundation give?
$139,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Macrae Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Caroline Jill Davis (Director, PR), Lesley A Poole (Director, VP) and Lissa M Tripp (Director, Tr).
What does The Macrae Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and youth programs.