Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari

Foundation · Grantmaker TACOMA, WA EIN: 81-1292744 Website

The Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Cari is a private independent foundation based in Tacoma, Washington. Established in 2016, it operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to philanthropic grantmaking. The foundation is part of a larger family philanthropic structure that includes multiple foundations created to honor the legacy of Gary and Carol Milgard.

Key facts about Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari

EIN: 81-1292744
Latest 990 filing: Form 990-PF, 2025
Annual giving (2025): $4,874,000
Grants made (2025): 23
Average grant: $211,913
Median grant: $100,000
Primary geography: Washington (98% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
How to apply: The foundation accepts grant applications.

Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Who Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari funds

By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari's 23 itemized 2025 grants were Washington (98%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tacoma, WA (15 grants) and Seattle, WA (2 grants). 9% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Financial Overview

From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

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Annual Giving

$4.9M

+6.2% YoY

Grant Count

+9.5% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$212K

-3.0% YoY

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

Education
Human Services
Family Support and Maternal Health
Youth Education and Recreation
Community Development

Grantmaking

The foundation accepts grant applications. Interested organizations can apply through their website at garymilgardfamilyfoundation.org, which includes an application portal and FAQ resources.

Grant Range

$6,000 to $750,000

How to Apply

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and Oregon, with particular emphasis on Pierce County and the greater Tacoma area.

Grant Distribution by State

Washington $4.8M (98%)

Oregon $100K (2%)

Share of all 23 itemized 2025 grant dollars.

States

California Oregon Washington

Cities

TacomaSeattleBellevueGig HarborPalm DesertPortlandBonney LakeMiltonVaughnBellinghamLaceyPuyallupSilverdaleSumner

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

As of 2024:

Total Assets: $115,342,234
Total Revenue: $9.18 million
Total Expenses: $5.72 million
Total Liabilities: $10,900
Total Giving: $4,588,000

As of 2023:

Total Assets: $107,024,164
Total Revenue: $2,837,986
Total Expenses: $1,901,065
Total Giving: $1,582,425

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

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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 2025

Grant Size Distribution

85 grants across all recorded years

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Tacoma Rescue Mission ($1,000,000), Tra Medical Imaging Foundation ($1,000,000), Goodroots ($339,000).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
TACOMA RESCUE MISSION TACOMA, WA	SERVICES/SHELTER EXPANSION	$1,000,000
TRA MEDICAL IMAGING FOUNDATION TACOMA, WA	MOBILE MAMMONW	$1,000,000
GOODROOTS BONNEY LAKE, WA	LOCKER NETWORK- ROUND TWO	$339,000
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SOUTH PUGET SOUND TACOMA, WA	GENERAL OPERATIONS	$300,000
KITSAP HUMANE SOCIETY SILVERDALE, WA	BOG DOG CRISIS INITIATIVE	$300,000
HOPESPARKS FAMILY SERVICES TACOMA, WA	PEDIATRIC HEALTHCARE INTEGRATION	$250,000
PACK-PEOPLE FOR ANIMAL CARE AND KINDNESS TACOMA, WA	PARTY WITH A PURPOSE 2025	$250,000
YMCA OF PIERCE AND KITSAP COUNTIES TACOMA, WA	COMMUNITY LEARNING CTRS	$250,000
NOURISH PIERCE COUNTY TACOMA, WA	GENERAL OPERATIONS	$175,000
REBUILDING HOPE TACOMA, WA	DROP-IN CENTER	$150,000

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

Cari Milgard - President (20 hours/week, $70,000 compensation)
Kasey Milgard - Secretary (20 hours/week, $53,462 compensation)
Kirby Milgard - Treasurer (20 hours/week, $53,462 compensation)
Paul DeGoede - Director (5 hours/week)

The foundation employs 4 staff members.

Compensation Overview

From 2025 IRS filing

From 2025 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
CARI MILGARD	PRESIDENT	20	$151,857
KASEY MILGARD	VP & SECRETARY	20	$75,928
KIRBY MILGARD	VP & TREASURER	20	$75,928
PAUL DEGOEDE	DIRECTOR	20	—

Recent News & Activity

Recent developments and announcements

The foundation is part of a restructured family philanthropic initiative that created multiple foundations to allow individual family members to explore their philanthropic passions while engaging the next generation. This restructuring resulted in the creation of several related foundations including the Ruth Foundation, Skylight Foundation, Whisper Foundation, and Windows of Hope Foundation, each with distinct geographic and programmatic focuses.

Milgard Family Foundation Makes $25,000 Gift to Summer Academic Challenge

2024

The foundation continues to accept grant proposals and announced grant recipients for 2024 and 2025.

2025 Grant Recipients Announced

Subject Areas

Focus areas based on grantmaking activity

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari fund?

The foundation's work is guided by the principle: "You make a living by what you get; you make a life by what you give." The foundation supports organizations working to improve quality of life and create positive community change, with particular emphasis on: • Education • Human Services • Family Support and Maternal Health • Youth Education and Recreation • Community Development

How do I apply for a grant from Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari?

**Grant Activity:** • Made 23-25 grants in recent years • Grant range: $6,000 to $750,000 • Median grant amount: $80,000 • Giving rate: 1.6% of assets **Recent Grant Examples:** • Greater Tacoma Community Foundation (Penmet Parks Community Recreation Center): $200,000 • Nourish Pierce County (General Operating): $150,000 • Step By Step Family Support Center (Maternity Support Services): $100,000 • Key Peninsula Family Resource Center: $10,000 **Application Process:** The foundation accepts gran…

Where does Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari make grants?

The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and Oregon, with particular emphasis on Pierce County and the greater Tacoma area.

What size grants does Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari award?

In 2025, Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari awarded 23 grants totaling $4.9M — an average of about $212K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

What is Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari's EIN?

Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-cari's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-1292744. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.