The Mary See Foundation
Accepts applications
The Mary See Foundation is a private foundation in Renton, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $236,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$236,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $237,000 the year before.
18% 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 | $237,500 | 29 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $237,000 | 29 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $236,000 | 28 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Harry A See the Mary See Foundation PO Box 3308, Renton, WA 98056 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (425) 451-0780 |
| What to submit | Submit letter describing organization and intended use of funds |
| Deadlines | Submit prior to nov 1. Some gifts are made earlier, but final board action for the year occurs aroun |
| Restrictions | Gifts are made to 501(c)(3) organizations and also 170(c)(1) state and local institutions. |
What The Mary See Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 22 | $188,500 |
| California | 3 | $35,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Resource Center | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Spring Street Intl | Charitable | $15,000 |
| San Juan Emt Association | Charitable | $13,000 |
| Airlift Northwest | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Baca | Charitable | $10,000 |
| New Horizons | Charitable | $10,000 |
| San Juan Island Firefighters | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Sophia Way | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Washington Women in Need | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Westside Neighbours Network Shelter | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Community Home Trust | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Animal Protection Society | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Horsesguiding Humans | Charitable | $7,500 |
| College of the Desert Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Head for the Cure Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| John F Kennedy Memorial Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Seattle Angels | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Skagit Hospice Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Summer Search | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Temple Beth Am | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The 5th Avenue Theatre Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wellspring | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Women's Fund Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| National Crisis Response Canines | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dawson Place | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Univ of Wisconsin Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry A See
- Maureen See
- Rhonda Slater
- Stephen D Varon
Questions people ask
Does The Mary See Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submit prior to nov 1. Some gifts are made earlier, but final board action for the year occurs aroun.
How much does The Mary See Foundation give?
$236,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs The Mary See Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry A See (President and Treasurer), Maureen See (Vice President and Secretary), Rhonda Slater (Assistant Secretary) and Stephen D Varon (Director).
What does The Mary See Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, human services and animals.