Whitaker Foundation
Accepts applications
Whitaker Foundation is a private foundation in Snoqualmie, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,027 in 83 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $40,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$124,027
- Number of grants83
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $97,050 the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,050 | 73 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $97,050 | 81 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $124,027 | 83 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William Whitaker PO Box 996, Snoqualmie, WA 98065 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (425) 392-7583 |
| What to submit | Application must be submitted in writing and must include a description of the program for which an award is requested. |
| Restrictions | Gifts are made to organizatons exempt from tax under irc sec. 501(c)3; also to state and local institutions described in irc sec. 170(c)1. |
What Whitaker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 47 | $93,775 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $6,902 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 5 | $3,200 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $1,750 |
| Virginia | 4 | $1,550 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $1,250 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Sorrows | To provide support to exempt organization | $40,000 |
| Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank | To provide support to exempt organization | $20,000 |
| Rancho Lagunas Home of Equine Assisted Rescued Therapy | To provide support to exempt organization | $5,000 |
| St Catherine of Siena Parish | To provide support to exempt organization | $5,000 |
| Mount St Vincent Foundation | To provide support to exempt organization | $3,250 |
| Catholic Community Services | To provide support to exempt organization | $3,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | To provide support to exempt organization | $3,000 |
| Missionary Oblates | To provide support to exempt organization | $3,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | To provide support to exempt organization | $3,000 |
| Oblate Fathers - Bill Antone | To provide support to exempt organization | $2,000 |
| Carmelite House of Prayer | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,500 |
| Covenant House - Times Square Station | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,250 |
| Sacred Heart Shelter | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| Snoqualmie Valley Rotarie | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| St Anthony's of Padua | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| St Joseph School | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| St Jude Hospital | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| St Labre Indian School - Major & Planned Giving Dept | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| St Martin de Porres Shelter | To provide support to exempt organization | $1,000 |
| Ave Maria University Inc | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Catholic Bishop of N Alaska | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Eastside Catholic Foundation | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Heritage Foundation | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Life Enrichment Options | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of Peace | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Students for Life of America | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Visitation School Development | To provide support to exempt organization | $750 |
| Snoqualmie Valley Historical Society | To provide support to exempt organization | $700 |
| 40 Days for Life | To provide support to exempt organization | $600 |
| Treehouse for Kids | To provide support to exempt organization | $525 |
| Arthritis Foundation | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Burn(ed) Children Recovery Foundation | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Credtin-Derham Hall | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Edchoice | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Evergreen Freedom Foundation - Bob Williams | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Fred Hutchinsen Cancer Inst | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Friends of the Orphans | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
| Haiti Art - Healing Art Missions | To provide support to exempt organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William Whitaker
- Darren Friedel
- Mary Alice Friedel
- Jenny Whitaker
Questions people ask
Does Whitaker Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Whitaker Foundation give?
$124,027 in tax year 2025, across 83 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Whitaker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Whitaker (Pres./Vice Pres.), Darren Friedel (Secretary), Mary Alice Friedel (Board Member) and Jenny Whitaker (Board Member).
What does Whitaker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.