Ajax Foundation
Invitation OnlySeattle, Washington · EIN 91-1503626 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$390K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$19.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tumbleweeds | Billings, MT | Community Support | $75,000 |
| Caltech Associates | Pasadena, CA | Scientific Research Support | $50,000 |
| Young Families | Billings, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Red Lodge Area Community Foundation | Red Lodge, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Baretooth Cupboards | Red Lodge, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Red Lodge Fire Rescue Foundation | Red Lodge, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Red Lodge | Red Lodge, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Billings | Billings, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Montana Rescue Mission | Billings, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Cldi | Billlings, MT | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas, TX | Community Support | $25,000 |
| Billings Preserv Soc Endow Trust | Billings, MT | Community Support | $10,000 |
| Ecuadorian Rivers Institute | Ridgeway, CO | Community Support | $10,000 |
| Northfield Mount Hermon School | Mount Hermon, MA | Education | $10,000 |
| American Whitewater | Springfield, OR | Community Support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $390,000 | 15 |
| 2023 | $85,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533199349100603
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1503626
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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