Korum for Kids Foundation
Historical FunderPuyallup, Washington · EIN 91-6528752 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$1.9M
Organizations funded87
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$33.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SOPHIA HALL |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 538, PUYALLUP WA 983710173 |
| Phone | 2533555882 |
| SOPHIA@KORUM.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT ADDRESS ABOVE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS, ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS AND OTHER CHARITABLE ENTITIES |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
11% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Bridge Children's Foundation | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for oncology unit and beads of courage program | $415,000 |
| YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties | Tacoma, WA | New teen center at pearl street YMCA support | $265,000 |
| Children's Museum of Tacoma | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for water playscape refresh | $100,000 |
| Faith International University | Tacoma, WA | Scholarships for students | $100,000 |
| Multicultural Child & Family Hope Center | Tacoma, WA | Cora whitley family center capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Step by Step | Milton, WA | Early childhood center, program support | $100,000 |
| The Rescue Mission | Tacoma, WA | 15 passenger van to transport children & families | $75,000 |
| Fusion | Federal Way, WA | Contribution to emergency shelter | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Tacoma, WA | Building hope campaign | $50,000 |
| Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation | Center City, MN | National children's program | $50,000 |
| Tears Foundation | Puyallup, WA | Bereavement care for families who lost a child | $35,000 |
| Greentrike | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for essential programming for children & youth in pierce county | $32,700 |
| Ark Institute of Learning | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for scholarships and raise the paddle fundraiser | $30,000 |
| Faith Covenant Church | Sumner, WA | Renovation of student bldg at little sprouts early learning center | $25,000 |
| Pierce College Foundation | Puyallup, WA | Dr michele johnson endowment | $25,000 |
| World Vision | Federal Way, WA | Hurricane relief | $25,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Springfield, MO | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| St Patrick School | Tacoma, WA | Math & science curriculums & supplies | $15,000 |
| Wa State Historical Society | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for field trip scholarship program | $15,000 |
| Battlefield Addiction | Enumclaw, WA | Walk/Run for recovery | $12,500 |
| Annie Wright Schools | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for annual fund and lower school playground | $10,000 |
| Ashley House | Federal Way, WA | Medical equipment for children with severe medical diagnoses | $10,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Puyallup | Puyallup, WA | Professional mentors for struggling students in classrooms | $10,000 |
| Fme Soccer Club | Milton, WA | Youth soccer program | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Children Tacoma | Tacoma, WA | Funds to provide supplies for the children being mentored (12+ years) | $10,000 |
| Lindquist Dental Clinic for Children | Tacoma, WA | Uncompensated care fund & community outreach programs | $10,000 |
| Multicare Health Foundation | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for new cancer center | $10,000 |
| New Phoebe House Association | Tacoma, WA | Supplies, snacks, education materials, safety & baby supplies | $10,000 |
| Northwest Network Foundation | Puyallup, WA | Support for bibles to third world countries | $10,000 |
| Northwest University Foundation | Kirkland, WA | Support for ministry and mentorship | $10,000 |
| St Francis House | Puyallup, WA | Fund a need, gathering of miracle makers' breakfast, families in need | $10,000 |
| Easter Seals Washington | Seattle, WA | Contribution for severely disabled children's camp and new development center | $9,827 |
| International Foundation | Tacoma, WA | Pacific nw ministry | $8,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundation | Seattle, WA | Contribution for future wish for a child | $8,000 |
| Alex's Safe Place | University Place, WA | Operating costs for 1st annual fundraiser | $7,500 |
| Blessing Group | Gig Harbor, WA | Support for student led christian clubs in public schools | $7,500 |
| Wishing Well Foundation | Puyallup, WA | Financial support for children accessing independent living support program | $7,500 |
| Mother 2 Many Ministry | Bonney Lake, WA | Feeding youth at skateparks, youth centers & after school programs | $7,000 |
| Washington State Fair Foundation | Puyallup, WA | Contribution for scholarship and general support | $6,100 |
| Arts Downtown | Puyallup, WA | Contribution for public art galleries around puyallup | $6,000 |
| Scarlet Road | Bremerton, WA | Crisis support for teens | $5,100 |
| Absolute Ministries | Auburn, WA | Sponsorship of event at fair grounds | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of South Puget Sound | Tacoma, WA | Programs that empower youth & strengthen community | $5,000 |
| Cancer Pathways | Seattle, WA | Contribution for the camp sparkle and family | $5,000 |
| Diabetes Association of Pierce County | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for children's camps | $5,000 |
| Exodus Housing | Puyallup, WA | Contribution for rapid rehousing program | $5,000 |
| Goodwill | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for workfirst program | $5,000 |
| Greater Tac Christian Laymen's Outreach | Tacoma, WA | Financial support pierce county prayer breakfast | $5,000 |
| Harbor Christian Center | Gig Harbor, WA | Night to shine 2025 | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wa | Auburn, WA | Ja biz town program for elementary students | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN | Prostate cancer department | $5,000 |
| Nicolas Fund for Education | Bellevue, WA | Early child education | $5,000 |
| Northwest Sinfonietta | Tacoma, WA | Performances at tacoma & jblm children's museums | $5,000 |
| Nw Furniture Bank | Tacoma, WA | Contribution for families and individuals in need | $5,000 |
| Peak 7 Adventures | Mead, WA | Support for youth in outdoor experiences programs | $5,000 |
| Puyallup Food Bank | Puyallup, WA | Food distribution to clients & partner organizations | $5,000 |
| Reality Sports Foundation | Sumner, WA | 3Rd annual volley in the valley tournament | $5,000 |
| Sibling Strong | Port Orchard, WA | Contributions for gifts dedicated to reunite siblings | $5,000 |
| Sumner Community Food Bank | Sumner, WA | To support purchase & finish of outbuilding | $5,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Palm Desert, CA | Contribution for youth scholarships | $5,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 87 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,868,668 | 87 |
| 2024 | $1,300,741 | 71 |
| 2023 | $1,257,719 | 56 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621039349101037
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-6528752
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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