The Erick Shirley Foundation For Mental Health
Invitation OnlySeattle, Washington · EIN 92-1174183 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$3.4M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$65,000
Total assets$17.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $475,000.
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
20% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Presbyterian Fund | New York, NY | $250,000 for The Center for Youth Mental Health; $2,500,000 for Center for Youth Mental Health pledge pmt 1 of 4 | $2,750,000 |
| University Advancement | Seattle, WA | $350,000 for Erick Shirley Fund for Behavioral Health Pmt 1 of 2; $125,000 for Erick Shirley Foundation Fund for Fire arm Suicide Prevention | $475,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle High School | Seattle, WA | Corporate Work Study Program | $65,000 |
| Behavioral Health Catalyst | Seattle, WA | Pledge pmt 1 of 2 | $50,000 |
| Sound Generations | Seattle, WA | Geriatric Regional Assessment Team (GRAT) | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,350,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | Unknown | 0 |
| 2022 | Unknown | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622119349101102
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 92-1174183
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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