True North Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
True North Family Foundation is a private foundation in Yarrow Point, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $252,500 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$252,500
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $214,250 the year before.
40% 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 | $199,250 | 28 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $214,250 | 30 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $252,500 | 38 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
True North 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 True North Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 25 | $223,400 |
| California | 7 | $16,500 |
| New York | 3 | $9,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer Research - Seattle Children's | Further charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| Common Power Future | Further charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Akin | Further charitable purpose | $35,000 |
| Young Life | Further charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Alliance for Gun Responsibility | Further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Overlake Hospital | Further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Asb | Further charitable purpose | $9,500 |
| Bellevue Lifespring | Further charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Further charitable purpose | $7,000 |
| Transplant House | Further charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Further charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| Hopelink | Further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Kuow | Further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Mockingbird Society | Further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| SLS Preschool | Further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Augie's Quest ALS Research | Further charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Kindering Center | Further charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Further charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Cascade Public Media | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Fishline | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| NW Immigration Rights Society | Further charitable purpose | $1,250 |
| Bellevue Schools Foundation | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Construction for Change | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Greentike | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Jubilee Reach | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Old Town Cooperative Preschool | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| San Francisco Marin Food Bank | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Baby 2 Baby | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Smart | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Santa Clara University | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| University District Food Bank | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Family Promise of Skagit Valley | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Martha's Village and Kitchen | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| McCallum Theatre | Further charitable purpose | $500 |
| Wetheril Nature Preserve | Further charitable purpose | $400 |
| KNKX | Further charitable purpose | $250 |
| Phi Beta Kappa Society | Further charitable purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert R Wilkerson
- Peggy B Wilkerson
Questions people ask
Does True North Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does True North Family Foundation give?
$252,500 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs True North Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert R Wilkerson (Trustee) and Peggy B Wilkerson (Trustee).
What does True North Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.