Tom and Meg Names Family Foundation
Historical FunderPennington, New Jersey · EIN 47-4742634 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $375,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ERIN SHAGREN |
|---|---|
| Address | 1019 REGENTS BLVD STE 201, FIRCREST WA 98466 |
| Phone | 2535667000 |
| Form and materials | STANDARD GRANT APPLICATION INCLUDING NATURE OF ORGANIZATION, CHARITABLE FUNCTIONS, CURRENT FINANICAAL STMTS, OFFICERS COPY OF IRS EXEMPT STATUS |
| Deadlines | AUGUST 31 |
| Restrictions | GRANTS TO ASSIST INF FUNDING OF SPORTS, FITNESS, AND HEALTH RELATED ACTIVITIES OR CAPITAL PROJECTS |
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
100% of grants went outside New Jersey.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Puget Sound | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $1,428,571 |
| Westmont College | Santa Barbara, CA | Unrestricted general | $600,000 |
| Mary Bridge Children's Foundation | Tacoma, WA | Festival of trees | $575,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | Seattle, WA | Unrestricted general | $500,000 |
| Greentrike Fund | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $400,000 |
| University of Portland | Portland, OR | Unrestricted general | $375,000 |
| Tacoma Pierce Cnty Habitat for Humanity | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $250,000 |
| University of Portland Athletics | Portland, OR | Unrestricted general | $200,000 |
| Pierce County Unit - Search & Rescue | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $125,000 |
| Seven Acres Foundation | Chelan, WA | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Momco by Mops International | Denver, CO | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound | Bellevue, WA | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Oregon State University | Corvallis, OR | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of S Puget Sound | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $59,724 |
| Courthouse Dogs Foundation | Bellevue, WA | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Only7seconds | Chelan, WA | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County | Everett, WA | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Push for Dreams | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Northwest Furniture Bank | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Hilltop Artists in Residence Program | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Foss Waterway Seaport | Tacoma, WA | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| National Football Foundation | University Place, WA | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,135,795 | 22 |
| 2024 | $6,827,807 | 22 |
| 2023 | $4,806,071 | 21 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611949349100701
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-4742634
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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