Pemco Foundation Inc
Historical FunderSeattle, Washington · EIN 91-6072723 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $470 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SCHOLARSHIPS CO PEMCO FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 1300 DEXTER AVE N, SEATTLE WA 98109 |
| Phone | 2066284285 |
| SCHOLARSHIPS@PEMCO.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MAILED, EMAILED, OR FAXED TO THE FOUNDATION. A COMPLETED APPLICATION INCLUDES: A COPY OF AN OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT, THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, AND A BUDGET FORM FOR THE UPCOMING TERM. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE FOUNDATION 30 DAYS BEFORE THE QUARTER OR SEMESTER BEGINS. |
| Restrictions | APPLICANTS ARE LIMITED TO DEPENDANTS OF EMYPLOYEES OF PEMCO INSURANCE WHO HAVE OR WILL GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL AND ATTEND A UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE. APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN A COURSE LOAD MINIMUM OF 10 CREDITS PER SEMESTER/QUARTER. TO BE ELIGIBLE, THE EMPLOYEE MUST HAVE HELD EMPLOYMENT WITH PEMCO INSURANCE FOR AT LEAST THREE YEARS. |
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
6% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Colleges of Washington | Seattle, WA | Donation | $100,000 |
| Eastern Washington University Foundation | Cheney, WA | Donation | $25,619 |
| Washington Business Week | Renton, WA | Donation | $25,000 |
| Phcc Special Events | Tukwila, WA | Donation | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Seattle, WA | Donation | $9,835 |
| Camp Fire of Snohomish County | Everett, WA | Donation | $7,500 |
| Yougivegoods | Exton, PA | Donation | $6,439 |
| First AME Church | Seattle, WA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Joya Child & Family Development | Spokane, WA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Tabor 100 | Tukwila, WA | Donation | $3,600 |
| Housing Hope | Everett, WA | Donation | $1,950 |
| Children's Cancer Association | Portland, OR | Donation | $1,050 |
| Providence Hospice of Seattle Foundation | Tukwila, WA | Donation | $1,050 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children - Spokane | Spokane, WA | Donation | $1,050 |
| Youthcare | Seattle, WA | Donation | $1,040 |
| Mary's Place | Seattle, WA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Washington State Pacific International Trapshooting Association | Puyallup, WA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Church of Pug | Seattle, WA | Donation | $980 |
| Project Girl Mentoring Program | Bothell, WA | Donation | $950 |
| Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery | Spokane, WA | Donation | $930 |
| Days for Girls International | Mount Vernon, WA | Donation | $905 |
| Northwest Battle Buddies | Battle Ground, WA | Donation | $905 |
| Mode Music and Performing Arts | Seattle, WA | Donation | $900 |
| Cocoon House | Everett, WA | Donation | $470 |
| Family Promise of Spokane | Spokane, WA | Donation | $470 |
| Christmas House | Everett, WA | Donation | $400 |
| Thurston County Food Bank | Olympia, WA | Donation | $200 |
| Abraham's House | Bremerton, WA | Donation | $100 |
| Embrace Washington | Spokane, WA | Donation | $100 |
| Sammamish Heritage Society | Sammamish, WA | Donation | $100 |
| University District Food Bank | Seattle, WA | Donation | $25 |
The return also lists 39 grants to individuals ($36,050). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Business Week | Renton, WA | Donation | $30,000 |
| Eastern Washington University Foundation | Cheney, WA | Donation | $28,425 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $254,618 | 72 |
| 2023 | $245,081 | 68 |
| 2022 | $165,720 | 81 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620379349100502
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-6072723
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.