Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-ima
Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-Ima is a private foundation based in Seattle, Washington, established in 1987 by Charlotte Yeoman Martin to continue her philanthropic legacy. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with no full-time staff, relying on board governance to manage its grantmaking activities. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded over $20 million in grants, primarily supporting organizations in the Pacific Northwest region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.3M
+6.7% YoY
Grant Count
58
-4.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$23K
+12.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports two core program areas:
- Youth Programs: Athletics, culture, and education initiatives serving young people
- Wildlife and Habitat Preservation: Conservation and environmental protection efforts
The foundation has prioritized strategic emphasis on:
- BIPOC-led organizations
- Rural communities
- Tribal communities
- Organizations serving LGBTQIA+ youth
Grantmaking
The foundation accepts applications. Interested organizations can contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.
Grant Range
$5,000 to $20,000 (majority fall between $5,000–$15,000)
Review Cycle
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How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation prioritizes grantmaking in the Pacific Northwest region, including:
- Alaska
- Idaho
- Montana
- Oregon
- Washington
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Giving (2024):
- Total assets: $20.8 million
- Total annual giving: $1.3 million
- Giving rate: 6.3% of assets
Financial Trends:
| Year | Total Assets | Total Giving | Number of Grants | Median Grant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.8M | $1.3M | 58 | $15K |
| 2023 | $20.2M | $1.2M | 61 | $15K |
| 2022 | $21.0M | $1.1M | 62 | $15K |
2023 Financial Details:
- Total revenues: $663,786
- Investment income and dividends: $615,789
- Total expenses: $1,511,441
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | — | — |
| Revenue | — | — | — |
| Expenses | — | — | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-ima
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| C'ARDISS GARDNER GLESER | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | $26,400 |
| MEERA LEE SETHI | SECRETARY | 2 | $26,400 |
| TOM CAMPBELL | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| BONNIE SACHATELLO-SAWYER | CHAIR | 2 | $26,400 |
| MARISSA SPANG | VICE CHAIR | 2 | $26,400 |
Contact Information
Website: www.charlottemartin.org
Email: info@charlottemartin.org
Phone: (206) 664-8815
Location: Seattle, Washington
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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