Private foundation · EIN 91-2014274
Alta Foundation
Seattle, WA
Alta Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $751K in grants and contributions paid across 2 grants, with $817 in assets (fair market value). It reports that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its largest grants went to Vanguard Charitable and Arizona Musicfest.
How to request funding
Gives only to preselected organizations. On its Form 990-PF, this foundation checked the box saying it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Relationships and invitations usually come first.
As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable | Warwick, RI | The David and Lynda Bishop Charitable Donor Advised Fund | $745,795 |
| Arizona Musicfest | Scottsdale, AZ | Music | $5,000 |
Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Alta Foundation accept grant applications?
According to its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, Alta Foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
How much does Alta Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $750,795 in grants and contributions paid (2 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Alta Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Vanguard Charitable (RI), $746K and Arizona Musicfest (AZ), $5K.