William and Mary Little Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William and Mary Little Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,050 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $14,600. 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$54,050
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$14,600
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,800 the year before.
68% of its 2025 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 | $26,150 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $32,800 | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $54,050 | 25 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
William and Mary Little 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 Mary Little Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $14,600 |
| Washington | 5 | $14,400 |
| California | 8 | $8,850 |
| Texas | 5 | $7,600 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $6,600 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | General support | $14,600 |
| St Thomas High School | General support | $8,000 |
| Project Hope | General support | $4,000 |
| KCRW Radio | General support | $2,750 |
| Food Lifeline | General support | $2,500 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | General support | $2,250 |
| Crosswalk Center | General support | $2,000 |
| Inspiring Hands Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul School | General support | $2,000 |
| Tripoli Houston Rocket Club | General support | $2,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| The Mountaineers | General support | $1,400 |
| Feeding America | General support | $1,000 |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | General support | $900 |
| Children's Defense Fund | General support | $800 |
| High Fives Foundation | General support | $800 |
| Mercy Ships | General support | $800 |
| Saving Hope Animal Rescue | General support | $800 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $800 |
| Saint John's Health Center Foundation | General support | $750 |
| Aperture Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Art Division | General support | $500 |
| Autry Museum of the American West | General support | $500 |
| Lower Columbia Community Action Program | General support | $500 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles | General support | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan M Little
- Blake D Little
- Matthew R Little
- Jonathan Little
- Sarah Sburlino
- Elizabeth A Little
Questions people ask
Does William and Mary Little Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William and Mary Little Foundation give?
$54,050 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs William and Mary Little Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan M Little (Trustee), Blake D Little (Trustee), Matthew R Little (Trustee) and Jonathan Little (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does William and Mary Little Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and food and hunger.