Whole Systems Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whole Systems Foundation is a private foundation in Port Townsend, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $29,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$29,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $31,500 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $31,500 | 20 | $0 |
| 2024 | $29,000 | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
Whole Systems 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 Whole Systems Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 7 | $13,000 |
| California | 4 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Energy and the environment | $5,000 |
| Individual | Wilderness/habitat preservation | $4,500 |
| Post Carbon Institute | Energy and the environment | $2,000 |
| Individual | Energy and the environment | $2,000 |
| Animas Valley Institute | Environmental education | $2,000 |
| Individual | Empowering the next generation | $1,500 |
| Individual | Environmental education | $1,500 |
| Individual | Wilderness/habaitat preservation | $1,500 |
| Individual | The developing world | $1,000 |
| Environmental Law Alliance Worldwid | Energy and the environment | $1,000 |
| Solar Cookers International | The developing world | $1,000 |
| Local Futures Society | Environmental education | $1,000 |
| Individual | Developing world | $1,000 |
| Oregon League of Conservation Voter | Environmental education | $1,000 |
| Individual | Environmental education | $1,000 |
| Xerces Society | Wilderness/habitat preservation | $500 |
| Global Footprint Network | Environmental education | $500 |
| Individual | Wilderness/habaitat preservation | $500 |
| Post Growth | Environmental education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Norton Smith
- Zachary Smith
- Melanie Smith
- Adam Smith
Questions people ask
Does Whole Systems Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whole Systems Foundation give?
$29,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Whole Systems Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Norton Smith (Treasurer), Zachary Smith (Vice President), Melanie Smith (President) and Adam Smith (Secretary).
What does Whole Systems Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and international.