Arakawa Foundation
Invitation OnlyMedina, Washington · EIN 47-2462681 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.3M
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$12.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $150,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
21% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Louie Education Center | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Seattle Symphony Orchestra Inc | Seattle, WA | Youth education programs | $150,000 |
| Technology Access Foundation | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Virginia Mason Franciscan Health | Tacoma, WA | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $150,000 |
| College Success Foundation | Bellevue, WA | General operations and leadership 1000 scholarships | $100,000 |
| Year Up Inc | Boston, MA | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Wing Luke Museum | Seattle, WA | Youth education programs | $75,000 |
| Belong Partners | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $50,000 |
| School's Out Washington | Tukwila, WA | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Education First | Seattle, WA | Scholarship and scholar support | $30,000 |
| Jim Saunders Fund | Kailua Kona, HI | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Kukio Hoomana Fund | Kailua Kona, HI | Scholarships and community programs | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,325,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $935,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $489,718 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601909349100100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2462681
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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