The Shug Foundation
Invitation OnlyTacoma, Washington · EIN 88-4183909 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$7,655
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$517
Total assets$652K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,090.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
55% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double T Foundation | Wilmington, DE | Education | $2,400 |
| Nutritionfactsorg | Takoma Park, MD | Education | $1,500 |
| College Golf Fellowship | Roseville, CA | Education | $1,090 |
| United Way | Seattle, WA | Equity | $600 |
| Gig Harbor Junior Sailing | Gig Harbor, WA | Education | $517 |
| National Ms Society | Denver, CO | Health and medical research | $500 |
| Cascadia Research Collective | Olympia, WA | Research and education | $500 |
| First Tee - Western NY | Bowmansville, NY | Education | $500 |
| Scandinavian Cultural Center | Tacoma, WA | Education | $48 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,655 | 9 |
| 2024 | $14,878 | 16 |
| 2023 | $7,487 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349103056
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-4183909
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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