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Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Sunshine is a private corporation based in TACOMA, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2016. It holds total assets of $37.3M. Annual income is reported at $8.9M. 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-Sunshine has made 313 grants totaling $6.8M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $1M in 2020 to $1.4M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $3.2M distributed across 140 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $121K, with an average award of $22K. The foundation has supported 141 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, Pennsylvania, Oregon, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$20K
Average Grant
$22K
Largest Grant
$85K
Based on 58 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-Sunshine primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 313 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, PA, OR.
Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Sunshine has distributed a total of $6.8M across 313 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $22K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $121K.
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-Sunshine is headquartered in TACOMA, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Zemanek | VP | $137K | $37K | $174K |
| Christine Zemanek | PRESIDENT & TREASURER | $22K | $36K | $58K |
| Dana Howerton | SECRETARY | $10K | $5K | $15K |
| Lori Milgard | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$37.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$37.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
313
Total Giving
$6.8M
Average Grant
$22K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
141
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Football FoundationPAUL WALLROF SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS | University Place, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Next ChapterGENERAL OPERATIONS | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| DonorschooseorgFLASH FUNDING 2023 | Philadelphia, PA | $120K | 2023 |
| Tacoma Parks FoundationWHOLE CHILD SAFE ZONES | Tacoma, WA | $40K | 2023 |
| Tacoma Youth For ChristPROGRAM SITE EXPENSES | Tacoma, WA | $40K | 2023 |
| Asia Pacific Cultural CenterSENIOR SERVICES PROGRAMMING | Tacoma, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| Associated Ministries Of Tacoma-Pierce CoGENERAL OPERATING | Tacoma, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| Communities In Schools Of TacomaSITE COORD/ALL-STAR READERS | Tacoma, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| Multicultural Child & Family Hope CenterCORA WHITLEY FAMILY CENTER | Tacoma, WA | $33K | 2023 |
| Sound OutreachCENTER FOR STRONG FAMILIES | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Greentrikechildren'S Museum Of TacomaGENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| St Francis HousePROGRAM NEEDS 2023-2024 | Puyallup, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| TacidWELLNESS & RECOVERY PROGRAM | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Korean Women'S AssociationSENIOR WELLNESS PROGRAM | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| White River Senior HousingWHITE RIVER SENIOR SERVICES | Buckley, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| The Brotherhood Rise CenterKITCHEN AND OUTREACH SERVICES | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Tacoma-Pierce County ChaplaincyGENERAL OPERATIONS | Puyallup, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Tacoma Community HouseGENERAL OPERATING | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Mountain View Community CenterKIDS, FAMILIES, SENIOR PROGRAMS | Edgewood, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Team Gleason FoundationALS PATIENTS WA STATE | New Orleans, LA | $25K | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of Western WashingtonPIERCE COUNTY INITIATIVES | Seattle, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of Puget SoundSUMMER ACADEMIC CHALLENGE 2023 | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul Of Tacoma Pierce CountyMISSION OUTREACH | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Diabetes Association Of Pierce County2023 PANTHER DAY CAMP | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Communities In Schools Of LakewoodIN SCHOOL STUDENT SUPPORTS | Lakewood, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| The Tears FoundationCALI'S GIFT- WA STATE | Puyallup, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Camp KoreyCAMP PROGRAMS | Mount Vernon, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Push For DreamsMENTORING/CURRICULUM | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| The Homestead CommunitySPARGO HOUSE | Gig Harbor, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Parkway Community ServicesFOOD BANK | Spanaway, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Queen Of Heaven ChurchHOLIDAY GIVING/FUNERAL MINISTRY | Tacoma, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossPIERCE COUNTY- HOME FIRE CAMPAIGN | Seattle, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Medical Teams InternationalMOBILE CLINICS PIERCE COUNTY | Tigard, OR | $20K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Greater SeattleARLINGTON DRIVE SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Cjk Community HomesOMHC PROGRAM | Tacoma, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| The MountaineersPIERCE COUNTY MOUNTAIN WORKSHOPS | Seattle, WA | $18K | 2023 |
| E-Lib4allIMMIGRANT SUPPORT SERVICES | Puyallup, WA | $17K | 2023 |
| Northwest Family LifeBREAKING GENERATIONAL CYCLES | Seattle, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| TeamchildLEGAL SERVICES PIERCE COUNTY | Seattle, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Team WrkWRK ZONE GAMING CLUBS | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| St Leo Parishfood ConnectionCHILDREN'S FEEDING PROGRAM | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Presbyterian Church UsaBNC-COMMUNITY PARTNERS | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Degrees Of ChangeGENERAL OPERATING | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Washington Trails AssociationPIERCE COUNTY LEADERSHIP TRAINING | Seattle, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Eatonville Family AgencyPROGRAM SUSTAINABILITY | Eatonville, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Rainbow CenterTACOMA PRIDE FESTIVAL | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Foss Waterway SeaportSCIENCE ON THE SEA | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Puget Sound FoursquareBACK TO SCHOOL JAM | Tacoma, WA | $13K | 2023 |
| Birthday DreamsBIRTHDAY SMILES PROGRAM | Renton, WA | $12K | 2023 |
| Neighborhood ClinicHEALTHCARE SERVICES | Tacoma, WA | $12K | 2023 |