Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Fircrest, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $900,000 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$900,000
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$24.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $900,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $900,000 | 40 | $24.0 million |
| 2024 | $900,000 | 36 | $24.2 million |
How to apply
Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable 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 Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 27 | $620,000 |
| Texas | 7 | $235,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ruth's Place | General Support | $70,000 |
| Tacoma Parks Foundation | General Support | $50,000 |
| NW Children's Foundation | General Support | $50,000 |
| Granbury ISD MCJROTC | General Support | $40,000 |
| Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center | General Support | $35,000 |
| Olympic Angels | General Support | $30,000 |
| Paluxy River CAC | General Support | $30,000 |
| Olive Crest | General Support | $30,000 |
| Carry Lynn Children's Center | General Support | $30,000 |
| Youthnet | General Support | $30,000 |
| HopeCentral | General Support | $30,000 |
| Kindering | General Support | $30,000 |
| Rainbow Room | General Support | $30,000 |
| Military Officers Association of America | General Support | $25,000 |
| Parent Trust for Washington Children | General Support | $25,000 |
| Spokane Tribal Network | General Support | $25,000 |
| Rebuilding Hope | General Support | $25,000 |
| Tacoma Community House | General Support | $25,000 |
| Mary Bridge Children's Foundation | General Support | $25,000 |
| Lhaq'temish Foundation | general support | $25,000 |
| CampFire First Texas | General Support | $20,000 |
| Greentrike | General Support | $20,000 |
| America SCORES | General Support | $20,000 |
| The Nest FRSC | General Support | $20,000 |
| Hoop for the Valley | General Support | $20,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | general support | $20,000 |
| Legal Counsel for Youth & Children | General Support | $15,000 |
| Foundation for Tacoma Students | General Support | $15,000 |
| GoodRoots NW | General Support | $15,000 |
| Aerie Africa | General Support | $15,000 |
| Center for Children and Youth Justice | general support | $15,000 |
| Tacoma Boat Builders | General support | $12,500 |
| Methow Valley Nordic Ski Educational Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Room One | General Support | $10,000 |
| Seattle Celtic Foundation | general support | $7,500 |
| Family Success Northwest | General Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Kotnour
- Richard Watkins
- Sam Watkins
- Timothy Kotnour
Questions people ask
Does Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation give?
$900,000 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Kotnour (Treasurer & Director), Richard Watkins (President & Director), Sam Watkins (Secretary & Director) and Timothy Kotnour (Vice President & Director).
What does Thomas V Giddens Jr Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and education.