William and Martha Erickson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William and Martha Erickson Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $103,750 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$103,750
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $14,500 the year before.
56% 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 | $14,500 | 8 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $103,750 | 16 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
William and Martha Erickson 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 William and Martha Erickson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 12 | $94,250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Northwest School | General program support | $50,000 |
| Rancho la Paloma Ministry Center | General program support | $12,500 |
| Social Venture Partners | General program support | $12,000 |
| Land Trust Alliance | General program support | $5,000 |
| The San Juan Preservation Trust | General program support | $5,000 |
| The Seadoc Society | General program support | $5,000 |
| Mary's Place | General program support | $2,500 |
| Pangea Giving for Global Change | Pangea giving's grant pool | $2,500 |
| Reading Partners | General program support | $2,500 |
| Luthern Immigration & Refugee Service | General program suppport | $2,500 |
| Bakashana | General program support | $1,000 |
| Lopez Hamlet | General program support | $1,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | General program support | $1,000 |
| Island Haven Animal Sanctuary | General program support | $500 |
| Washington Wildlife Recreation | General program support | $500 |
| Cascade PBS News | General program support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Sonya Erickson
- Timothy Seifert
- Judi McAlpine
- Gail Lee Vecchiet
Questions people ask
Does William and Martha Erickson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William and Martha Erickson Foundation give?
$103,750 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs William and Martha Erickson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sonya Erickson (President), Timothy Seifert (Director), Judi McAlpine (Secretary) and Gail Lee Vecchiet (Treasurer).
What does William and Martha Erickson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.