Mount Rainier above forested ridges in Washington

Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 91-2009458

Aven Foundation

A private foundation in Medina, WA. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 48 grants and $9 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Aven Foundation
PO Box 465
Medina, WA 98039
(425) 586-8011
Form and materials
No particular form
Deadlines
No deadlines
Restrictions
The aven foundation pre-selects charitable organizations to receive grants, but also accepts petitions from other charitable organizations to receive grants.

Assets and giving by year

5 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $9,024,361

    Grants listed
    48
    Assets, end of year
    $74,528,387
  • Tax year 2023

    $4,231,445

    Grants listed
    56
    Assets, end of year
    $73,264,012
  • Tax year 2022

    $5,802,100

    Grants listed
    66
    Assets, end of year
    $75,980,735
  • Tax year 2021

    $4,367,260

    Grants listed
    33
    Assets, end of year
    $81,365,285
  • Tax year 2020

    $3,435,000

    Grants listed
    20
    Assets, end of year
    $75,103,853

Grants paid in 2024

48 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Fred Hutch Cancer Research CtrSeattle, WA

    Fred hutch unites innovative research and compassionate care to prevent and eliminate cancer and infectious disease.

    $3,249,282
  2. Whitman CollegeWalla Walla, WA

    Whitman college is a top-tier liberal arts school with accomplished and friendly faculty and passionate and curious students.

    $3,000,000
  3. Cristo Rey JesuitSeattle, WA

    College and career preparatory schools exclusively serving the most marginalized population of students from secondary educational options; those in the lowest income quartile.

    $500,000
  4. Ryther Child CenterSeattle, WA

    Where kids find healing and hope through inpatient and outpatient programs, therapy and family services.

    $500,000
  5. Bellevue Schools FoundationBellevue, WA

    Partnering to transform education and support every bellevue school district student.

    $245,079
  6. Year UpBoston, MA

    Provides urban young adults with opportunity to develop skills and provide paid internships.

    $200,000
  7. FarestartSeattle, WA

    In support of training homeless and disadvantaged individuals in food service industry jobs.

    $100,000
  8. Partnership for LearningSeattle, WA

    Partnership for learning brings together business leaders and the education community in support of policies that drive better education outcomes for all washington students.

    $100,000
  9. Washington Women in NeedPuyallup, WA

    Provides scholarships and supports to help washington women facing barriers to opportunity succeed in college and careers so they, their families and our communities can thrive.

    $100,000
  10. AkinSeattle, WA

    Their mission is to develop healthy children, create strong families, build engaged communities, and speak and advocate for children.

    $50,000
  11. HopelinkRedmond, WA

    Mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members of our community to help people make lasting change. Our vision is a community free of poverty.

    $50,000
  12. Rainier PrepSeattle, WA

    Supporting student success at rainier prep.

    $50,000
  13. Special Olympics of WashingtonSeattle, WA

    Special olympics washington is the leader in sports, health, and community building, empowering children and adults with intellectual disabilities on and off the playing field.

    $50,000
  14. Vine Maple PlaceMaple Valley, WA

    Breaks the generational cycle of homelessness by working with single parents and their children.

    $50,000
  15. YMCA of Greater SeattleSeattle, WA

    Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body.

    $50,000
  16. KcsarcRenton, WA

    Kcsarc is a comprehensive sexual assault victim service organization in king county, washington.

    $40,000
  17. Solid GroundSeattle, WA

    Works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty.

    $40,000
  18. KinderingBellevue, WA

    Committed to supporting children with developmental delays and/or disabilities through a broad range of services that positively impact their developmental trajectories and help families thrive.

    $35,000
  19. Building ChangesSeattle, WA

    Working at the intersection of housing, education, and health.

    $30,000
  20. Salvation Army NWSeattle, WA

    Red kettle luncheon supports 24/7 wrap around services, mental health, addiction recovery services and more.

    $30,000
  21. Summer Search SeattleTukwila, WA

    Summer search supports students from marginalized communities, primarily identifying as latinx, from their sophomore year of high school through post-secondary pathways and their careers.

    $30,000
  22. Acres of DiamondsDuvall, WA

    Program to support homeless moms and kids as they rebuild their lives.

    $25,000
  23. Bellevue LifespringBellevue, WA

    To foster stability and self-sufficiency for bellevue's children and their families through programs that feed, clothe, and educate.

    $25,000
  24. Eastside Community Dev FoundationBellevue, WA

    Mission is to build a thriving eastside community by connecting people, ideas, and resources to address community challenges and opportunities.

    $25,000
  25. EncompassSnoqualmie, WA

    Mission is to partner with families to build healthy foundations for children.

    $25,000
  26. Imagine HousingBellevue, WA

    Imagine housing develops affordable housing, builds welcoming communities and fosters vibrant futures.

    $25,000
  27. MockingbirdSeattle, WA

    Mission is to transform the foster care system and end youth homelessness.

    $25,000
  28. Olive CrestSanta Ana, CA

    In support of abused, neglected and at risk children and their families.

    $25,000
  29. Rainier AthletesBellevue, WA

    Rainier athletes' mission is to affirm youths sense of purpose and belonging by intentionally connecting a community of teachers, coaches, families, and mentors.

    $25,000
  30. Rainier ScholarsSeattle, WA

    Support for students of color to attend college.

    $25,000
  31. The Sophia WayBellevue, WA

    The sophia way is a place of hope and change for women. We support them on their journey from homelessness to safe and stable living.

    $25,000
  32. Uplift NW (DBA Millionair Club Inc)Seattle, WA

    Helps those experiencing homelessness, unemployment and underemployment get placed in temporary and permanent jobs, as well as provide the vital support services they need to be successful at work, including meals, showers, laundry, vision care and transitional housing.

    $25,000
  33. Way Back InnRenton, WA

    Provides transitional housing to homeless families with children, while helping them rebuild their lives, dignity, and self-confidence.

    $25,000
  34. Community for YouthSeattle, WA

    Inspires and supports students to be their best selves through mentoring, learning experiences, and a powerfulcommunity.

    $20,000
  35. Compass Housing AllianceSeattle, WA

    Development & operation of permanent affordable housing with supportive services.

    $20,000
  36. College Success FNDBellevue, WA

    Coaches and supports students from low socioeconomic backgrounds to prepare for and graduate fromcollege

    $20,000
  37. New BeginningsSeattle, WA

    In support of ending domestic violence.

    $20,000
  38. Operation WarmGlen Mills, PA

    Provides warmth, confidence, and hope to children in need through the gift of brand new winter coats.

    $20,000
  39. Westside BabySeattle, WA

    Westside baby, in partnership with our community, provides essential items to local children in need by collecting and distributing diapers, clothing, toys and equipment.

    $20,000
  40. Dress for SuccessSeattle, WA

    Mission is to empower women to achieve economic independence.

    $15,000
  41. Northwest Education AccessSeattle, WA

    Giving students the resources they need to succeed in high education and earn credential to secure a living wage job.

    $15,000
  42. Reading Partners SeattleSeattle, WA

    Mission is to help students become better readers and empowered learners.

    $15,000
  43. Center for Children & Youth JusticeSeattle, WA

    Mission is toimprove outcomes for washington state children and youth ages 0 to 25 who are, or are at risk of being, involved in either the foster care systemor systems of youth justice.

    $10,000
  44. Discovery InstituteSeattle, WA

    To advance a culture of purpose, creativity and innovation in a diverse set of fields.

    $10,000
  45. Kids & PaperSeattle, WA

    Helping resettled kids acclimate to their new lives through creative arts.

    $10,000
  46. NC Community FundRaleigh, NC

    Mission is to inspire north carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities.

    $10,000
  47. Ronald McDonald House Charities WaSeattle, WA

    Mission is to offer the comforts of home and support services to families of seriously ill children near the medical care they need.

    $10,000
  48. Share Right (impact Health Sharing)Davie, FL

    Impact health sharing, inc. Is a health care sharing organization.

    $10,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Education5 grants $535,07952% of the total
  2. Human services7 grants $240,00024% of the total
  3. Jobs and employment1 grant $100,00010% of the total
  4. Mental health2 grants $50,0005% of the total
  5. Health2 grants $40,0004% of the total
  6. Youth development1 grant $25,0002% of the total
  7. 2 other causes2 grants $30,0003% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Washington45 grants $8,984,361
  2. Pennsylvania1 grant $20,000
  3. Florida1 grant $10,000
  4. North Carolina1 grant $10,000

Officers, directors and trustees

2 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • John W StantonDIRECTOR Hours 0.25Pay $0
  • Theresa E GillespieDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0

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