Wen LaCross Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyMercer Island, Washington · EIN 87-2500646 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$40K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$1,060
Total assets$832K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $13,925.
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
50% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington Athletics | Seattle, WA | Education Institutional Grant | $20,000 |
| Todd Martin Youth Leadership | Lansing, MI | Youth program to serve under sourced kids | $13,925 |
| University of Washington Alumni Ass | Seattle, WA | Furthering research and education | $2,700 |
| Brain Injury Alliance of WA | Seattle, WA | Support research programs and those affected by brain injury | $1,060 |
| Propublica | New York, NY | Furthering independent journalism | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | Furthering education | $1,000 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Furthering education | $199 |
| Mercer Island School Foundation | Mercer Island, WA | Furthering Education | $0 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39,884 | 8 |
| 2023 | $18,870 | 10 |
| 2022 | $18,750 | 6 |
| 2021 | $100 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523149349100507
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-2500646
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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