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The Russell Family Foundation is a private corporation based in GIG HARBOR, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is Kathleen Simpson. It holds total assets of $76.6M. Annual income is reported at $29.3M. Total assets have decreased from $137.3M in 2010 to $76.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 8 officers and trustees. Jane's fellowship programthe foundation operates a grant-making program called jane's fellowship program. The purpose of the program is to support grassroots leaders in tacoma and pierce county, washington, who are active community stewards, dedicated to improving the quality of life in the community.every 18-24 months, the foundation selects individuals to form each class of fellows. The jane's fellowship classes are 12 months and each fellow receives: a financial stipend totaling $8,500; an opportunity to apply for community project grants; and extensive training and support on leadership development and community building.in 2021, jane's fellowship had 13 fellows:total operating expenses = $ 261,919total grant expenses = $ 490,500the program has been approved under the irc code section 4945(g)(3) by the internal revenue service in the private letter ruling dated january 3, 2005. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Washington. According to available records, The Russell Family Foundation has made 865 grants totaling $15.1M, with a median grant of $6K. Annual giving has decreased from $6.4M in 2020 to $1.2M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $1M, with an average award of $18K. The foundation has supported 320 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, New York, District of Columbia, which account for 86% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 21 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$8K
Average Grant
$21K
Largest Grant
$600K
Based on 149 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Jane's fellowship programthe foundation operates a grant-making program called jane's fellowship program (jfp). Jfp is a year-long program that brings together a diverse group of leaders who are actively serving pierce county, washington and working to address a wide range of community challenges. The goal of jfp is to deepen leadership skills, expand perspectives and encourage equitable collaborations for grassroots and community leaders. In this 12-month, cohort-based program, fellows meet twice monthly to share in skills training, experiential learning, and community building. See additional details of activities on statement 20
Expenses: $385K
Jane's fellowship programthe foundation operates a grant-making program called jane's fellowship program. The purpose of the program is to support grassroots leaders in tacoma and pierce county, washington, who are active community stewards, dedicated to improving the quality of life in the community.every 18-24 months, the foundation selects individuals to form each class of fellows. The jane's fellowship classes are 12 months and each fellow receives: a financial stipend totaling $8,500; an opportunity to apply for community project grants; and extensive training and support on leadership development and community building.in 2021, jane's fellowship had 13 fellows:total operating expenses = $ 261,919total grant expenses = $ 490,500the program has been approved under the irc code section 4945(g)(3) by the internal revenue service in the private letter ruling dated january 3, 2005. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 865 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, NY, DC.
The Russell Family Foundation has distributed a total of $15.1M across 865 grants. The median grant size is $6K, with an average of $18K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $1M.
The application deadline is GRANT CYCLE DEADLINES MAY BE ACCESSED ON THE TRFF WEBSITE.. Employee matching gifts, george f. Russell jr. Fund, and discretionary grants must be given to a nonprofit 501(c)3 or completed through expenditure responsibility if it is for a chariable purpose. The environmental sustainability program (which is the only fund to accept unsolicited requests) requires programmatic fit (environmental education) and must serve the five counties surrounding puget sound - king, kitsap, pierce, snohomish and thurston.
The Russell Family Foundation is headquartered in GIG HARBOR, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 21 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Simpson | CEO | $407K | $30K | $437K |
| Sarah Cleveland | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mimi Chau | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Josh Cavanaugh | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Tim Cavanaugh | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Chris Rurik | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Cavanaugh | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dion Rurik | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$76.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$75.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
865
Total Giving
$15.1M
Average Grant
$18K
Median Grant
$6K
Unique Recipients
320
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trout UnlimitedEXPANDING THE LAKE SAMMAMISH STREAM CONNECTIONS PROGRAM - PHASE 2 - GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $20K | 2023 |
| Foss Waterway SeaportSCIENCE ON THE SEA | Tacoma, WA | $65K | 2023 |
| Communities In Schools Of PeninsulaLAZARUS FUND | Vaughn, WA | $50K | 2023 |
| Vc Include A Project Of Tides CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Confluence PhilanthropyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $40K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Greater Seattle - Camp & Outdoor LeadershipYMCA EARTH SERVICE CORPS (YESC) | Seattle, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| University Of Washington Foundation (Mount Rainier Institute)GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Eatonville, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Great Peninsula ConservancyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Bremerton, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Pacific Education InstituteYOUTH ENGAGED IN SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS (YESS) | Olympia, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| IslandwoodGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMING | Bainbridge Island, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Western Washington University FoundationSEA DISCOVERY CENTER'S FLOATING FIELD TRIPS: NEARSHORE LIFE IN THE SALISH SEA | Bellingham, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Friends Of North Creek ForestENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT 2023 | Bothell, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Summer SearchEXPERIENTIAL SUMMER PROGRAM | Tukwila, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Environmental Science CenterENVIRONMENTAL HEROES: EDUCATION, RESTORATION, AND LEADERSHIP FOR SOUTH KING COUNTY YOUTH | Burien, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Hawaii Community FoundationMAUI STRONG FUND - GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $25K | 2023 |
| Waya Outdoor InstituteSUPPORT FOR INDIGENOUS FELLOW AND TEEN INTERNS - TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR PROGRAM DIRECTOR AND STAFF. | Tumwater, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| World Relief SeattleEQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM | Kent, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Gig Harbor Peninsula FishGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Gig Harbor, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Wild Society2023 GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Kingston, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Pierce And Kitsap CountiesOUTDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Community Boat Project At Puget Sound Voyaging SocietyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Nordland, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Woods Hole Oceanographic InstitutionGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Woods Hole, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Washington Trails AssociationOUTDOOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING (OLT) PROGRAM | Seattle, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Washington Outdoor School Consortium (Fiscal Sponsor Washington School PriGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Olympia, WA | $24K | 2023 |
| Vashon Nature CenterGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Vashon, WA | $23K | 2023 |
| Northwest Youth CorpsSOUND TO SUMMIT EXPANSION, YEAR 2 | Eugene, OR | $21K | 2023 |
| As You SowGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Berkeley, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Port Townsend Marine Science CenterGROWING OCEAN STEWARDS | Port Townsend, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Puget Soundkeeper AllianceLOST URBAN CREEKS PROJECT | Seattle, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Garden Raised Bounty (Grub)VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS FOR GRUB YOUTH | Olympia, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| University Of Washington (Uw Botanic Gardens)INCLUSIVE PATHWAYS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP | Seattle, WA | $20K | 2023 |
| Sea Potential (Fiscal Sponsor Sustainable Seattle)GET INTO IT: MARITIME | Seattle, WA | $18K | 2023 |
| EcochallengeorgGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, OR | $15K | 2023 |
| Second Cycle Community Bike ShopGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Sun Valley Writers' ConferenceGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Ketchum, ID | $15K | 2023 |
| Northwest Natural Resource GroupFOREST AND CLIMATE SOLUTIONS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION | Seattle, WA | $13K | 2023 |
| South Sound Estuary AssociationK-12 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION FIELD TRIPS: BAYSHORE FIELD STEM, CONSERVATION KIDS, ESTUARY LIFE AND LANDFORMS, ON THE WATER | Olympia, WA | $13K | 2023 |
| Braided SeedsSUMMER RECLAMATION TRIPS | Tukwila, WA | $12K | 2023 |
| Food ConnectsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Brattleboro, VT | $10K | 2023 |
| The Tracking Project IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Corrales, NM | $10K | 2023 |
| Camp Solomon SchechterTHE MENTOR TRAINING WEEKEND SUPPORTS POTENTIAL MENTORS AND FUTURE LEADERS FOR OSPREY CAMP. THIS WEEKEND INCLUDES HANDS-ON TRAINING IN ACADEMIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CONFIDENCE TO WORK WITH YOUTH IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES IN WASHINGTON STATE. | Seattle, WA | $8K | 2023 |
| American Leadership ForumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Tacoma, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Covenant Youth Of AlaskaCHRIS LOCKWOOD CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND | Anchorage, AK | $5K | 2023 |
| The Foodbank At St MarysGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Community Food Co-Op'S Farm Fund Fiscally Sponsored By Whatcom Land TrustGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT - FARM FUND | Bellingham, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Sustainable ConnectionsFOOD & FARMING PROGRAM | Bellingham, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Tacoma StudentsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Tacoma, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Crisis ConnectionsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| University District Food BankGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Tilth AllianceGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2023 |