The Winton Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Winton Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Des Moines, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $457,447. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$457,447
- Assets$0
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,476 the year before.
36% 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 | $48,194 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,476 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
The Winton Charitable Trust 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 Winton Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14 | $1.1 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montlake Futures | General donation | $457,447 |
| Montlake Futures | General donation | $374,361 |
| Swedish Foundation | General donation | $125,084 |
| Alsac-St Judes Childrens | General donation | $35,000 |
| Seattle Childrens Foundation Guild | General donation | $35,000 |
| Individual | General donation | $27,885 |
| White Center Food Bank | General donation | $20,000 |
| Multi Service Center | General donation | $15,000 |
| House of Mercy | General donation | $15,000 |
| Multi Service Center | General donation | $14,559 |
| Multi Service Center | General donation | $10,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | General donation | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General donation | $10,000 |
| Washington Voices | General donation | $7,329 |
| Be Like Jesus Ministries | General donation | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Don Winton
Questions people ask
Does The Winton Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Winton Charitable Trust give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Winton Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Don Winton (Trustee).
What does The Winton Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.