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Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Cari is a private corporation based in TACOMA, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2016. The principal officer is Chris Zemanek. It holds total assets of $115.3M. Annual income is reported at $28M. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Washington. According to available records, Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Cari has made 79 grants totaling $18.9M, with a median grant of $80K. Annual giving has decreased from $3M in 2020 to $1.1M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $11.2M distributed across 13 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $10M, with an average award of $239K. The foundation has supported 38 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Washington and California and Oregon. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$75K
Average Grant
$865K
Largest Grant
$10M
Based on 13 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Cari primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 79 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, CA, OR.
Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Cari has distributed a total of $18.9M across 79 grants. The median grant size is $80K, with an average of $239K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $10M.
The application deadline is THERE IS NO DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING A LETTER OF INQUIRY.. All applicant organizations must qualify as tax-exempt organizations under the internal revenue code. Certain proposals are ineligible for funding, such as: annual funds, galas, or other special event fundraising activities; sectarian religious activities, debt reduction, political lobbying, or legislative activities; and organizations that discriminate on the basis of age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, political affiliation or religious belief.
Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Cari is headquartered in TACOMA, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby Milgard | TREASURER | $40K | $7K | $47K |
| Kasey Milgard | SECRETARY | $40K | $8K | $48K |
| Cari Milgard | PRESIDENT | $20K | $33K | $53K |
| Paul Degoede | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$115.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$115.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
79
Total Giving
$18.9M
Average Grant
$239K
Median Grant
$80K
Unique Recipients
38
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Step By StepMATERNITY SUPPORT SERVICES | Milton, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| The Greater Tacoma Community FoundationPENMET PARKS COMMUNITY RECREATION CTR | Tacoma, WA | $200K | 2023 |
| Nourish Pierce CountyGENERAL OPERATING | Tacoma, WA | $150K | 2023 |
| Pack-People For Animal Care And KindnessPARTY WITH A PURPOSE GALA | Tacoma, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| Emergency Food Network Of Tacoma-Pierce CountyCO-OP FOOD PURCHASING PROGRAM | Tacoma, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| Hopesparks Family ServicesCHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH | Tacoma, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| Making A Difference FoundationELOISE'S COOKING POT | Tacoma, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| Toy Rescue MissionOVERHEAD, RESTORE, SHRINKWRAP | Tacoma, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Pierce CountyCENTER FOR STRONG FAMILIES | Tacoma, WA | $75K | 2023 |
| South Sound Care FoundationBEER & BITES 2023 | Tacoma, WA | $50K | 2023 |
| Northwest HarvestIN HONOR OF DR. JIM VINCENT | Tacoma, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Children'S Home Society Of WashingtonKEY PENINSULA FAMILY RESOURCE CTR | Vaughn, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of South Puget SoundGENERAL OPERATIONS | Tacoma, WA | $500K | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Pierce And Kitsap CountiesCOMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS | Tacoma, WA | $250K | 2022 |
| Lutheran Community Services NwSENIOR SUPPORT SERVICES | Tacoma, WA | $250K | 2022 |
| Ywca Pierce CountyLEGAL SERVICES/CHILDREN'S PROGRAM | Tacoma, WA | $150K | 2022 |
| Youth Marine FoundationNEXT GEN CAMPAIGN | Tacoma, WA | $80K | 2022 |
| Associated Ministries Of Tacoma-Pierce CoPROJECT HOMELESS CONNECT | Tacoma, WA | $60K | 2022 |
| Page Ahead Children'S Literacy ProgramBOOK UP SUMMER TACOMA | Seattle, WA | $50K | 2022 |
| Gig Harbor Peninsula Fish Food Bank And Community ServicesBUILDING THE FUTURE CAMPAIGN | Gig Harbor, WA | $50K | 2022 |
| People For Animal Care And KindnessPIERCE COUNTY FOOD, VACCINE, SPAY/NEUTER | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2022 |
| Soar (Societys Outkasts Animal Rescue)SPAY/NEUTER, MEDICAL EXPENSES | Palm Desert, CA | $10K | 2022 |
| Multicare Health FoundationMARY BRIDGE HOSPITAL CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Tacoma, WA | $10M | 2021 |
| Olive CrestHIGH RISK FOSTER CHILDREN AND YOUTH | Bellevue, WA | $150K | 2021 |
| New Phoebe House AssociationPHOEBE HOUSE RECOVERY, REUNIFICATION, AND RESILIENCY PROGRAMS. | Tacoma, WA | $80K | 2021 |