Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation is a private foundation based in Lynnwood, Washington. Its 2025 filing reports contributions to Buddhist organizations and temples, including support for meditation programs, monastery preservation, and funeral ceremonies.
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation at a glance
In short: Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation gave $10K across 16 grants in 2025 (avg $606.25), top state Washington. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $9,700
- +321.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 16
- +300.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $606
- +5.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $300
- Total assets
- $7,394
- -20.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Washington (37% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1418 164Th St Sw Ste 100, Lynnwood, WA 98087
Phone: (206) 551-7546
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Lay Minister of Buddhist Religion ($2K). Together the top 10 received $9K.
Organizations only. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($600), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
26 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 26 grants of 26 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Washington (37%), New York (26%), California (26%), Florida (5%), and Maryland (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
How Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out 487% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $2K (2023) to $10K (2025). In 2025 it made 16 grants totaling $10K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lay Minister of Buddhist Religion Jackson Heights, NY | This donation is dedicated to the annual assembly of the Buddhist Lay Ministry of Buddhist Religion in US. | $2,000 |
| Northwest Meditation Center Woodinville, WA | A contribution to support public meditation programs and mindfulness outreach. | $2,000 |
| Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery Woodinville, WA | Dedicated to the preservation and support of the monastery. | $1,000 |
| Wat Buddharangsri of Miami Homestead, FL | This donation is offered in support of the funeral ceremonies for the monk who resided at this temple Phra Raj Putthivithed. | $500 |
| Wat USA Buddhayaram Temple Bronx, NY | Contribution gave to help with funeral ceremony for the monk who lived at this temple during the time of his death Phra Sobin Nampho. | $500 |
| Wat Thai Sri Soda Sun Valley Los Angeles, CA | This donation is offered in support of the funeral ceremonies for the monk who resided at this temple Ven Mahasoravut Piyachat. | $500 |
| Wat Mongkolratanaram Berkeley, CA | This donation is offered in support of the funeral ceremonies for the monk who resided at this temple Ven Phra Khru Sutmongkolvithet. | $500 |
| 2 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $600 |
| Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery Woodinville, WA | A contribution to Ven Somchai Srilert in support of the funeral rites for his mother Khunyay Khumboon Inntakaow. | $300 |
| Wat Buddhajakramongkolratanaram Escondido, CA | A contribution to Ven.Aphichart in support of the funeral rites for his mother Somjai Baokhum. | $300 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,394 | $8,200 | $10,089 | $9,700 | 16 | $10,089 | — |
| 2024 | $9,283 | $2,030 | $2,300 | $2,300 | 4 | $2,300 | $472 |
| 2023 | $9,553 | $11,944 | $2,391 | $2,200 | 6 | $2,200 | $328 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation gave 16 grants totaling $9,700. Grant amounts ranged from $300 to $2,000, with a median of $300. The largest grants were $2,000 to Lay Minister of Buddhist Religion for its annual assembly and $2,000 to Northwest Meditation Center for public meditation programs and mindfulness outreach. Other grants included $1,000 to Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery for preservation and support, and $500 each to Wat Buddharangsri of Miami, Wat USA Buddhayaram Temple, Wat Thai Sri Soda Sun Valley, and an individual recipient for funeral ceremonies.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Ekapoj Thongin as President; Teetiporn Chamchun and Ritthi Thirajitto as Vice Presidents; Suthida Hill as Treasurer; and Panita Sherrill as Website Admin.
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation is led by Ekapoj Thongin, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 5 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Ekapoj Thongin
President
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Panita Sherrill
Website Administrator
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ritthi Thirajitto
Vice President
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suthida Hill
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Teetiporn Chamchun
Vice President
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation
How much does Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation give each year?
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation gave $10K across 16 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $2K across 4 grants.
What is Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's typical grant size?
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $300, and its average grant was $606, across 16 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation give grants?
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's top state is Washington, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (26%) and California (26%). The most frequent recipient cities were Woodinville, WA (3 grants).
Does Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's largest grantees?
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Lay Minister of Buddhist Religion ($2,000), Northwest Meditation Center ($2,000) and Atammayatarama Buddhist Monastery ($1,300 across 2 grants), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($600), which are not listed by name. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation?
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation reported $7K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $8K.
How do I apply for a grant from Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's EIN?
Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-1208389. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Does Boon & Parami Buddhist Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 12, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 7, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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