Wild Lives Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wild Lives Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $112,500 and the largest $600,000. 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$112,500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$24.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
50% 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 | $2.1 million | 9 | $24.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 12 | $24.0 million |
How to apply
Wild Lives 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 Wild Lives Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $8,050 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $1.1 million |
| Washington | 4 | $570,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $255,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250,000 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Neo Philanthropy Inc | Operational support for the development of daughters for earth fund and campaign | $600,000 |
| Neo Philanthropy Inc | Daughters for earth funding proposal | $500,000 |
| SR3 Sealife Response Rehabilitation and Research | Operational support | $460,000 |
| National Philanthriopic Trust | Operational support | $250,000 |
| Wildlife Direct Inc | Operational support | $130,000 |
| Wildlife Direct Inc | Operational support | $125,000 |
| American Friends of Zeitz Mocaa | Operational support | $100,000 |
| Washington Wildlife First | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Washington Wildlife First | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Samish Indian Nation | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Solio Ranch | Donation of 700 tins of milk formula | $8,050 |
| SR3 Sealife Response Rehabilitation and Research | Operational support for the development of daughters for earth fund and campaign | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Rivera
- Jo Lynn Allen
Questions people ask
Does Wild Lives Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wild Lives Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $112,500.
Who runs Wild Lives Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rachel Rivera (Coo) and Jo Lynn Allen (Ceo).
What does Wild Lives Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and environment and conservation.