The Bates Family Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) foundation based in Seattle, Washington. Established in March 2015, the foundation was created through donations by Douglas K Bates and Brooke B Bates to build capital for executing its mission objectives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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Annual Giving
$1.7M
+32.2% YoY
Grant Count
36
-2.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$47K
+35.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Bates Family Foundation supports effective programs and partnerships that seek to change lives. The foundation provides financial support for global entities that promote:
- Good health
- Better housing
- Learning and education
- Environmental respect
- Reduction of sickness and despair
Primary grantmaking focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
Grantmaking
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington, New York, and Maryland, though it supports global entities aligned with its mission.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $12,207,186 (2024)
- Total Assets: $12,371,507 (2023)
- Total Giving: $1,707,000
- Total Revenues: $1,245,632 (2023)
- Total Expenses: $1,821,458 (2023)
- Investment Income: $179,972 (2023)
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
191 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Annie Wright School ($720,000), Pine Island Camp Inc ($130,000), Shattuck St Mary's School ($105,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALPHA CHI OMEGA FOUNDATION INDIANAPOLIS, IN | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $10,000 |
| AMARA - SEATTLE SEATTLE, WA | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $8,500 |
| ANNAPOLIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNAPOLIS, MD | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $10,000 |
| ANNE ARUNDEL MEDICAL CENTER ANNAPOLIS, MD | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $3,000 |
| ANNIE WRIGHT SCHOOL TACOMA, WA | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $720,000 |
| BAJA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SILVERDALE, WA | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $5,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB TACOMA, WA | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $5,000 |
| BREAKTHROUGH T1D NEW YORK, NY | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $1,000 |
| CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION ANNAPOLIS, MD | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $15,000 |
| CHINESE RECONCILIATION FOUNDATION PROJECT TACOMA, WA | PAYMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATION | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Patricia Ann Mattingley (Trustee)
- Rex W Bates (Trustee)
- Jennifer Mattingley Hommel (Trustee)
The foundation operates with 2 employees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATRICIA ANN MATTINGLEY | TRUSTEE | 10 | $100,000 |
| REX W BATES | TRUSTEE | 10 | $100,000 |
| JENNIFER MATTINGLEY HOMMEL | TRUSTEE | 10 | $25,000 |
| GABRIELLE A BATES | TRUSTEE | 10 | $25,000 |
| AMBER LOREN BATES | TRUSTEE | 10 | $25,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported educational initiatives including grants to Bates College for student summer research experiences and matching grants to Bates Technical College Foundation for STEM scholarships. The foundation has also provided support to scholarship programs recognizing student-athletes in its service areas.
Roy S. Bates Foundation taking applications for scholarships rewarding area'sSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bates Family Foundation fund?
The Bates Family Foundation supports effective programs and partnerships that seek to change lives. The foundation provides financial support for global entities that promote: • Good health • Better housing • Learning and education • Environmental respect • Reduction of sickness and despair Primary grantmaking focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
How do I apply for a grant from Bates Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $1,707,000 (most recent fiscal year) • Typical award range: $1,000–$720,000 • Made 37 grants in the most recent reporting year **Recent Grants (2023):** • The University of Chicago: $110,000 • Pine Island Camp: $105,000 • The Brookings Institution: $60,000 • Additional 22 grants totaling $646,100
Where does Bates Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington, New York, and Maryland, though it supports global entities aligned with its mission.
What size grants does Bates Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Bates Family Foundation awarded 36 grants totaling $1.7M — an average of about $47K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Bates Family Foundation's EIN?
Bates Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-7294980. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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