The Nick and Leslie Hanauer Foundation
Invitation OnlySeattle, Washington · EIN 26-1593306 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$570K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$10.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $100,000.
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
70% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Media Matters for America | Washington, DC | Contribution | $150,000 |
| Democracy Journal | Washington, DC | Contribution | $115,000 |
| Royal Albert Hall America Inc | New York, NY | Contribution | $100,000 |
| Economic Policy Institute | Washington, DC | Contribution | $65,000 |
| Climate Solutions | Seattle, WA | Contribution | $25,000 |
| National Employment Law Project | Seattle, WA | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Washington State Budget and Policy Center | Seattle, WA | Contribution | $25,000 |
| The American Prospect Inc | Washington, DC | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Capital and Main | Los Angeles, CA | Contribution | $25,000 |
| The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation | Menlo Park, CA | Contribution | $14,879 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $569,879 | 10 |
| 2023 | $430,047 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543149349102179
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1593306
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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