The Pless Foundation
Invitation OnlyLynden, Washington · EIN 86-1048021 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2023)$320K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$4.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $30,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 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
75% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Association for Foster & Adoptive Parents | Peoria, AZ | General fund | $35,000 |
| Christian Hope Assn | Lynden, WA | General fund | $30,000 |
| Engedi Refuge Ministries | Lynden, WA | General fund | $30,000 |
| Arizona Justice Center | Glendale, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Unified Arizona Vererans | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Harvest Compassion Center | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Community Food Bank of Southern Az | Tucson, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Project Linus | Belton, MO | General fund | $25,000 |
| Kitchen on the Street | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $20,000 |
| Live and Learn | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $20,000 |
| Village of the Valley | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $20,000 |
| Whatcom County Pregnancy Clinic | Bellingham, WA | General fund | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $320,000 | 12 |
| 2022 | $175,000 | 7 |
| 2021 | $150,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Oct 16, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502899349100600
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-1048021
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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