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Giles W & Elise G Mead Foundation is a private corporation based in SEATTLE, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1963. The principal officer is Frihet. It holds total assets of $12.6M. Annual income is reported at $10.7M. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Arizona, California and Oregon. According to available records, Giles W & Elise G Mead Foundation has made 46 grants totaling $3.1M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has decreased from $2M in 2022 to $1M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $250K, with an average award of $67K. The foundation has supported 27 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Arizona, California, North Carolina, which account for 70% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$50K
Average Grant
$68K
Largest Grant
$250K
Based on 15 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.
Giles W & Elise G Mead Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 46 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AZ, CA, NC.
Giles W & Elise G Mead Foundation has distributed a total of $3.1M across 46 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $67K. Individual grants have ranged from $10K to $250K.
Giles W & Elise G Mead Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is FOR SPRING GRANT CYCLE: MARCH 1ST; FOR FALL GRANT CYCLE: AUGUST 1ST.. No restrictions or limitations but programmatic areas tend to focus on environmental, scientific, or educational programs.
Giles W & Elise G Mead Foundation is headquartered in SEATTLE, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giles W Mead | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Parry Mead Murray | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard N Mackay | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Calder M Mackay | CFO/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Katherine Cone Keck | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1.1M
Total Assets
$19.9M
Fair Market Value
$19.9M
Net Worth
$19.9M
Grants Paid
$898K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.2M
Distribution Amount
$1M
Total: $15.2M
Total Grants
46
Total Giving
$3.1M
Average Grant
$67K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
27
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Leaf FoundationMAPLE LEAF FOUNDATION PROVIDES AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW-TO MODERATE INCOME FAMILIES, RELOCATED TO SEATTLE FOR SPECIALIZED CANCER CARE AT SEATTLE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL. THIS GRANT WOULD ENABLE US TO SUBSIDIZE RENT FOR TWO YEARS ON OUR THIRD HOME. | Seattle, WA | $60K | 2022 |
| Western RiversADVANCE EFFORTS TO CONSERVE THE WEST'S GREAT RIVERS. WE WILL ACQUIRE THOUSANDS OF ACRES ALONG DOZENS OF RIVER MILES; PRESERVE RIPARIAN, WETLAND AND UPLAND ECOSYSTEMS; AND ESTABLISH NEW PUBLIC ACCESS POINTS. | Portland, OR | $150K | 2023 |
| Child Crisis ArizonaTHE NEW CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY WELLNESS WILL EXPAND CHILD CRISIS ARIZONA'S ABILITY TO SERVE MORE PEOPLE AND IMPROVE ACCESS TO HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND EDUCATION. THE FUNDS WILL BE USED FOR THE COMMUNITY AND THE FOSTER CARE AREA CONFERENCE ROOMS. | Mesa, AZ | $150K | 2023 |
| Arizona Museum Of Natural HistoryUPDATE OF THE AZMNH SCIENCE CURRICULUM AND HANDS-ON, INTERACTIVE SCIENCE PLATFORMS. MEAD FUNDS WILL EXPAND THE SCOPE OF OUR PROGRAMS SO THAT THEY CAN BE DELIVERED NOT ONLY IN THE MUSEUM BUT OUT INTO OUR COMMUNITY TO INCREASE SCIENCE LITERACY. THE IGNITE! EXPLORE MORE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE SCIENTIFIC LITERACY EXCITING FOR YOUNG LEARNERS AND TO SUPPORT READING PROFICIENCY. | Mesa, AZ | $130K | 2023 |
| Denver Museum Of Nature And ScienceTO PURCHASE AND FABRICATE ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS THAT FACILITATE OFFSITE AND VIRTUAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING. | Denver, CO | $100K | 2023 |
| Napa Valley Education FoundationMUSIC EQUITY BEGINS WITH PROVIDING ADEQUATE TOOLS FOR LEARNING AND CREATING MUSIC. WITH THE CLOSURE OF MUSIC STORES, WE PLAN TO INCREASE INVENTORY BY 60% WITH A GOAL TO ENSURE NO STUDENT HAS TO MISS OUT ON MUSIC INSTRUCTION DUE TO LACK OF ACCESS. MUSIC CONNECTION MAKES MUSIC AVAILABLE TO UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES THROUGH FREE MUSIC EDUCATION AND PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES DURING THE SUMMER. THIS YEAR, WE ANTICIPATE 1,000 NAPA COUNTY STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR FREE SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS. | Napa, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Children'S Museum Of DenverGALLERY UNO WILL BE A SPACE FEATURING A ROTATION OF NEW EXHIBITS FOR MUSEUM GUESTS TO ENJOY. EXHIBIT THEMES WILL BE INSPIRED FROM A SINGLE WORD THAT WILL SERVE AS A LAUNCHING POINT TO AMPLIFY HIGHLY IMMERSIVE AND SENSORIAL EXPERIENCES. THE DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE RESPECTFULLY REQUESTS A GRANT OF $100,000 FROM THE GILES W. & ELISE G. MEAD FOUNDATION TO PURCHASE AND FABRICATE ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS THAT FACILITATE OFFSITE AND VIRTUAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING. | Denver, CO | $60K | 2023 |
| Idea MuseumDESIGN, CREATE & IMPLEMENT AN INTERACTIVE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE - AS PART OF MUSEUM GROWTH PROJECT - FOR AGES BIRTH-4 TO SUPPORT EARLY LITERACY & DEVELOP BUILDING BLOCKS TO MEETING/EXCEEDING 3RD GRADE READING. | Mesa, AZ | $50K | 2023 |
| Community InitiativesTO BUILD & INSTALL EXHIBITS IN THE NATURE CENTER AT THE SIERRA VALLEY PRESERVE. THE EXHIBITS WILL INTRODUCE STUDENTS & VISITORS TO SIERRA VALLEYS NATURAL HISTORY & THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CONSERVING & RESTORING THE SIERRA NEVADA. | Oakland, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| The Climate CenterCONVENE AN ONGOING COALITION OF NATURAL AND WORKING LANDS ADVOCATES TO WORK TOGETHER ON AB 1757 IMPLEMENTATION AND OTHER STATEWIDE EFFORTS. WE AIM TO STRENGTHEN OUR COLLECTIVE POWER TO ENSURE IMPLEMENTATION OF AMBITIOUS TARGETS. | Santa Rosa, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Compton Youth Activities LeagueTHE OUTDOOR/WILDERNESS LEARNING PROGRAM (A REQUEST FROM PARTICIPANT AND STAFF) WILL BE A PILOT TEST TO DETERMINE IF OUTDOOR/WILDERNESS LEARNING BECOMES A PERMANENT PART OF CYAL PROGRAMMING. | West Hollywood, CA | $48K | 2023 |
| Home Together (Formerly Maple Leaf Found)PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW-TO MODERATE INCOME FAMILIES, RELOCATED TO SEATTLE FOR SPECIALIZED CANCER CARE AT SEATTLE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL. THIS GRANT WOULD SUBSIDIZE RENT FOR TWO YEARS ON THIRD HOME. | Seattle, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Voices For CasaVOICES SEEKS TO CONTINUE STRENGTHENING THE ADVOCACY SKILLS OF CASA VOLUNTEERS AND IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN BY CONTINUING TO EXPAND THE DEPTH AND BREADTH OF OUR EDUCATION SERVICES BY LEVERAGING PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES AND THE LATEST IN TECHNOLOGY. | Scottsdale, AZ | $30K | 2023 |
| Bowers MuseumDISCRETIONARY FUNDING FOR NEW POSITION - CHIEF CURATOR - WHO WILL LEAD THE ASIAN EXHIBITION PROGRAM FOR THE BOWERS MUSEUM. | Santa Ana, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Trust For Public LandTHE SENTINEL LANDSCAPE/ REPI CONSERVATION PROGRAM SUPPORTS THE PLANNING AND CREATION OF A CA SENTINEL DESIGNATION, INCREASING LAND PROTECTION OPPORTUNITIES NEAR MILITARY BASES. | San Francisco, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Morgan-Wixson TheatreTRAINED AND TOUCHED THE LIVES OF CHILDREN PARTICIPANTS LEARNING THEATRE AND REAL WORLD SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES. THIS GRANT COVERED MOST OF THE COSTS OF ONE PRODUCTION SO ALL MONIES MADE CAN GO DIRECTLY TO EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS. | Santa Monica, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| California Indian MuseumTHE CRADLE BASKET/INDIGENOUS ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL LEARNING CENTER GIVES VOICE TO THE STORIES, HISTORY, AND CULTURE OF THE NATIVE AMERICANS WHO HAVE LIVED ON THE NAPA RIVER FOR OVER 10,000 YEARS. MEAD GRANT FUNDS WILL GO TOWARD INSTALLATION. | Napa, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Stop Soldier SuicideROGER IS AN ORIGINAL APPROACH TO ENGAGING AT-RISK SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS FOR HELP IS AS AN ENGAGING HEALTH & WELLNESS BRAND, RATHER THAN AN ADVERTISEMENT FOR CRISIS SERVICES. | Durham, NC | $250K | 2022 |
| Fisher House FoundationFISHER HOUSE FOUNDATION PLANS TO CONSTRUCT A NEW, 16-SUITE FISHER HOUSE AT THE CARL T. HAYDEN VA MEDICAL CENTER IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA. THE FISHER HOUSE WILL PROVIDE A "HOME AWAY FROM HOME" FOR FAMILIES WITH LOVED ONES DEALING WITH MEDICAL ISSUES. | Rockville, MD | $100K | 2022 |
| Klamath Bird ObservatoryWE HAVE DECADES OF SCIENTIFIC RESULTS, A STATE-OF-THE-ART DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM, AND GROWING INTEREST. WE WILL NOW APPLY OUR AVIAN SCIENCE WITH FOREST COLLABORATIVES TO IMPROVE RESTORATION, INCREASE RESILIENCE, AND ADVANCE FOREST BIRD CONSERVATION. | Ashland, OR | $100K | 2022 |
| Mesa Arts Center FoundationMESA ARTS CENTER FOUNDATION REQUESTS $74,500 FROM THE GILES W. AND ELISE G. MEAD FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF ONLINE PROGRAM CURRICULUM AND THE IMPLEMENTATION AND BUILD OF THE NEW COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS LEARNING LAB FOR PROJECT LIT. | Mesa, AZ | $75K | 2022 |
| Western Rivers ConservancyWITH THE SUPPORT OF THE MEAD FOUNDATION, WRC WILL WORK TO SAFEGUARD CRITICAL WASHINGTON STREAM CORRIDORS, IMPROVE HABITAT FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE, RECONNECT FRAGMENTED LANDSCAPES, AND CREATE NEW RECREATIONAL ACCESS THAT IMPROVES QUALITY OF LIFE. | Portland, OR | $50K | 2022 |
| Idea Museum FoundationDESIGN, CREATE & IMPLEMENT AN INTERACTIVE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE - AS PART OF MUSEUM GROWTH PROJECT - FOR AGES BIRTH4 TO SUPPORT EARLY LITERACY & DEVELOP BUILDING BLOCKS TO MEETING/EXCEEDING 3RD GRADE READING. | Mesa, AZ | $50K | 2022 |
| Metropolitan Youth SymphonyMYS HAS IDENTIFIED A NEED TO OFFER AN OUTREACH PROGRAM TO SUPPORT FAMILIES UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE DUE TO FINANCIAL CONSTRAINTS. COSTS FOR THIS PROGRAM ARE IDENTIFIED; CURRICULUM AND PARTICIPATION WILL SUSTAIN THE PROGRAM. | Mesa, AZ | $43K | 2022 |
| Denver Young Artists OrchestraMEAD GRANT FUNDS WOULD BE USED TO EXPAND THE GROUP STRINGS PROGRAM IN 3 SCHOOLS (ONE NEW BEGINNING CLASS, TWO NEW INTERMEDIATE). ALL SCHOOLS ARE TITLE 1 AND THE FUNDS WOULD SUPPORT INSTRUMENTS, SUPPLIES, TEACHING ARTISTS, AND WRAP AROUND SERVICES. | Denver, CO | $30K | 2022 |
| Sounds AcademyWITH THE HELPOF MEAD GRANT FUNDS, SOUNDS ACADEMY WILL CONTINUE TO PROVIDE MUSICAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR UNDERSERVED YOUTH THROUGH OUR MUSICAL ACCESS PROGRAM WHERE WE EXPOSE CHILDREN TO LIVE MUSIC AND INSTRUMENTS THROUGH OUR INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOOS. | Phoenix, AZ | $30K | 2022 |
| The University Of Arizona FoundationWE PROPOSE DIGITIZING OUR EXHIBITS AND COLLECTION FOR TO FURTHER THE MUSEUMS MISSION BY REACHING BROAD AND DIVERSE AUDIENCES. FUNDING WILL SUPPORT THE EXHIBIT AND COLLECTION DIGITIZATION. | Tucson, AZ | $25K | 2022 |