The Nysether Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nysether Family Foundation is a private foundation in Everett, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $605,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$605,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.0 million the year before.
68% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10.0 million | 51 | $627,242 |
| 2024 | $605,000 | 21 | $0 |
How to apply
The Nysether 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 Nysether Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 21 | $605,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Washington University Foundation | Student activities | $100,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Friends of jackson school fund | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross- Snohomish County Chapter | Program expenses | $25,000 |
| Center for Wooden Boats | Young mariners initiative | $25,000 |
| Child Strive | Early supports for infants and toddlers in snohomish county | $25,000 |
| Down Syndrome Center of Puget Sound | First call program | $25,000 |
| Helping Hands Ministries | Support services in snohomish county | $25,000 |
| Mari's Place | Support services in snohomish county | $25,000 |
| Museum of History and Industry | Exhibit, programs and facility updates and improvements | $25,000 |
| Northwest's Child | Support services in king & snohomish county | $25,000 |
| Pacific Science Center | Exhibit and facility updates and improvements | $25,000 |
| Providence Hospice and Home Care | Hospice support services in snohomish county | $25,000 |
| Scouting America Mount Baker Council #606 | 2024 live auction eagle scout level sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Seattle Aquarium | Support service programs for snohomish county | $25,000 |
| Skagit Reginoal Health Foundation | 2024 festival of trees sponsorship | $25,000 |
| The Tears Foundation | Support service programs for snohomish county | $25,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Men's crew boys in the boat endowment | $25,000 |
| Village Theatre | Support service programs for everett village theatre | $25,000 |
| Wonderland Child & Family Services | Support service programs for snohomish county | $25,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Women's crew title ix legacy endowment | $25,000 |
| Imagine Childrens Museum | In memory of sabine poischbeg | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Nysether
- Brad Nysether
- Vickie Nysether
- Kathy Nysether
Questions people ask
Does The Nysether Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nysether Family Foundation give?
$605,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Nysether Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Nysether (Secretary, Treasurer), Brad Nysether (President), Vickie Nysether (Director) and Kathy Nysether (Director).
What does The Nysether Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.