The Oki Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Oki Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $860,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$860,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $592,500 the year before.
19% 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 | $886,000 | 22 | $787,226 |
| 2024 | $592,500 | 37 | $682,759 |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 26 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
The Oki 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 Oki Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 17 | $1.3 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $200,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Children's Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $860,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | General operating support | $200,000 |
| Breaking Boundaries Foundation | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Seattle Symphony | General operating support | $60,000 |
| Densho | General operating support | $58,200 |
| Augusta University | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Seattle Childrens Theatre | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Plymouth Housing Group | General operating support | $25,800 |
| Recovery Cafe | General operating support | $25,000 |
| The Seattle Times Community Impact Fund | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Friends of Seattle Waterfront | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Seattle's Union Gospel Missionhope Place | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Chief Seattle Council | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Fred Hutch Obliteride | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Institute for Advanced Study | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Lakeside School | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Behind the Badge Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Eaa Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Soulumination | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Stage Directors and Choreographers | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Yale Alley Cats Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Georgetown University | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Whiffenpoofs of Yale University Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Washington Golf Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurie B Oki
- Scott D Oki
- Alexander Oki
- Nicholas Oki
- Callan Oki
Questions people ask
Does The Oki Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Oki Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Oki Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurie B Oki (Co-President), Scott D Oki (Co-President), Alexander Oki (Vice President) and Nicholas Oki (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Oki Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.