Washington Federal Foundation
Historical FunderSeattle, Washington · EIN 20-8777284 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$873K
Organizations funded180
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$1.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GRANT ADMINISTRATOR WASHINGTON FEDE |
|---|---|
| Address | 425 PIKE STREET, SEATTLE WA 98101 |
| Phone | 8003249375 |
| KRISTI.ELLEFSON@WAFD.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS SHOULD COMPLETE A GRANT APPLICATION AND PROVIDE A COPY OF THE IRS LETTER CONFIRMING THE ORGANIZATION'S EXEMPT STATUS, ITS MISSION STATEMENT, A COPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S OPERATING AND PROGRAM BUDGET, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, AND RECENTLY FILED FORM 990 MUST BE SUBMITTED. REFER TO GRANT APPLICATION AND THE APPLICATION CHECKLIST: HTTPS://WWW.WAFDBANK.COM/ABOUT-US/WAFD-BANK-FOUNDATION |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED JANUARY 1 THROUGH OCTOBER 31 EACH YEAR. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE FOCUSED ON APPLICANTS FROM COMMUNITIES WITH BRANCHES OF WASHINGTON FEDERAL BANK |
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
63% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institute for Better Education | Tucson, AZ | Financial literacy | $100,000 |
| Dallas Children's Advocacy Center | Dallas, TX | Social services | $25,000 |
| Financial Empowerment Network | Renton, WA | Financial literacy | $20,000 |
| Earn to Learn | Tucson, AZ | Financial literacy | $15,000 |
| Mofi - Montana Community Development Corp | Missoula, MT | Economic development | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation of Lincoln County | Ruidoso, NM | Social services | $15,000 |
| United Fund of Globe Miami | Globe, AZ | Social services | $15,000 |
| Opal Community Land Trust | Eastsound, WA | Community revitalization | $15,000 |
| Holy Cross Outreach | Lake Stevens, WA | Social services | $15,000 |
| Elijah Family Homes | Kennewick, WA | Social services | $15,000 |
| Elevate Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | Financial literacy | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA | Financial literacy | $10,000 |
| Clearinghouse Cdfi | Lake Forest, CA | Financial literacy | $10,000 |
| Santa Fe Community Housing Trust | Santa Fe, NM | Financial literacy | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Northern Nevada | Reno, NV | Financial literacy | $10,000 |
| Sable House | Dallas, OR | Social services | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army Medford | Medford, OR | Social services | $10,000 |
| Looking Glass Community Services | Eugene, OR | Social services | $10,000 |
| First Step House | Salt Lake City, UT | Job development | $10,000 |
| Rainier Valley Food Bank | Seattle, WA | Social services | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of Spokane | Spokane, WA | Social services | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Seattle King County | Renton, WA | Affordable housing | $10,000 |
| Kent Downtown Partnership | Kent, WA | Economic development | $10,000 |
| Hills and Rivers Housing Trust | Moscow, ID | Affordable housing | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County | Lincoln City, OR | Affordable housing | $8,000 |
| Help of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Job development | $7,500 |
| Hope Builders | Santa Ana, CA | Financial literacy | $7,000 |
| Corvallis Neighborhood Housing Services Inc Devnw | Springfield, OR | Financial literacy | $7,000 |
| Save the Family Foundation of Arizona | Mesa, AZ | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Ceres Community Project | Sebastopol, CA | Job development | $5,000 |
| Musical Theatre West | Long Beach, CA | Job development | $5,000 |
| The Living Room Center | Santa Rosa, CA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Sonoma Family Meal | Petaluma, CA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Research and Business Development Center Inc | Rexburg, ID | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| National Dance Institute of Nm | Santa Fe, NM | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Dreamspring | Albuquerque, NM | Economic development | $5,000 |
| New Mexico Vetrans Integration Centers | Albuquerque, NM | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| New Mexico Vetrans Integration Centers | Albuquerque, NM | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| University of Nevada Foundation | North Las Vegas, NV | Economic development | $5,000 |
| Financial Beginnings Oregon | Portland, OR | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Northwest Native Chamber | Portland, OR | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of the Mid-Willamette Valley | Salem, OR | Affordable housing | $5,000 |
| Family Promise of Lincoln County | Lincoln City, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Seattle Compassion Services | Lincoln City, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Jubilee Park & Community Center | Dallas, TX | Community revitalization | $5,000 |
| Trusted World Foundation | Garland, TX | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Inn Between | Salt Lake City, UT | Social services | $5,000 |
| Auto Repair Transformation | Seattle, WA | Economic development | $5,000 |
| The Local Initiatives Support Corporation | Seattle, WA | Affordable housing | $5,000 |
| Business Impact Northwest | Tukwila, WA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Northaven Development (Senior Housing) | Seattle, WA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird Charity | Bellingham, WA | Social services | $5,000 |
| Washington Women in Need | Puyallup, WA | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Life a Center for Independent Living Inc | Kennewick, WA | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| The Jesse Tree of Idaho | Boise, ID | Social services | $4,000 |
| Boise Rescue Mission | Boise, ID | Social services | $4,000 |
| Tutti Bambini Children's Charity | Las Cruces, NM | Social services | $4,000 |
| Family Promise of Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | Social services | $4,000 |
| Hood River County Christmas Project | Hood River, OR | Financial literacy | $4,000 |
| Exodus Housing | Puyallup, WA | Social services | $4,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 180 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $872,615 | 180 |
| 2024 | $1,158,305 | 265 |
| 2023 | $1,177,425 | 250 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631329349103458
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8777284
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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