Marcia Paulsell Zech Foundation
Invitation OnlyMercer Island, Washington · EIN 91-1200096 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$18K
Organizations funded24
Typical grant$500
Total assets$367K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,000.
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
4% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryther Child Center | Seattle, WA | Operating | $2,000 |
| Akin (Fomerly Childhaven) | Seattle, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Cascade Pbs | Seattle, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Family Works | Seattle, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Good Cheer Food Bank | Langley, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Kbtc-Pbs | Tacoma, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Medic One Foundation | Bellevue, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| New Beginnings | Seattle, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Overlake Medical Center Foundation | Bellevue, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital | Seattle, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Sound Generations | Seattle, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Youth Eastside Services | Bellevue, WA | Operating | $1,000 |
| Food Lifeline | Seattle, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Hopelink of Washington | Redmond, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Lifewire | Bellevue, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Mercer Island Community Fund | Mercer Island, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Mercer Island Schools Foundation | Mercer Island, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Mercer Island Youth & Family Services | Mercer Island, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Northwest Harvest | Seattle, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Salvation Army Nw Division | Seattle, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Seattle Union Gospel Misson | Seattle, WA | Operating | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Seattle, WA | Operating | $250 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Atlanta, GA | Operating | $250 |
| Bike Works | Seattle, WA | Operating | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,250 | 24 |
| 2023 | $17,250 | 24 |
| 2022 | $12,500 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612249349100721
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1200096
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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