Whole Systems Foundation
Invitation OnlyPort Townsend, Washington · EIN 23-7346102 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Carbon Institute | Santa Rosa, CA | Energy and the environment | $2,000 |
| Animas Valley Institute | Durango, CO | Environmental education | $2,000 |
| Environmental Law Alliance Worldwid | Eugene, OR | Energy and the environment | $1,000 |
| Solar Cookers International | Sacramento, CA | The developing world | $1,000 |
| Local Futures Society | East Hardwick, VT | Environmental education | $1,000 |
| Oregon League of Conservation Voter | Portland, OR | Environmental education | $1,000 |
| Xerces Society | Portland, OR | Wilderness/Habitat preservation | $500 |
| Global Footprint Network | Oakland, CA | Environmental education | $500 |
The return also lists 11 grants to individuals ($20,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,000 | 19 |
| 2023 | $31,500 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533159349102963
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7346102
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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