Kaleidoscope Foundation
Kaleidoscope Foundation is a private foundation based in Bellevue, Washington. Its stated mission is to help people achieve their full potential by investing in efforts that empower human capabilities, improve quality of life, and enrich the community.
Kaleidoscope Foundation at a glance
In short: Kaleidoscope Foundation gave $159K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $159K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $159,041
- +38.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -97.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $159,041
- +4601.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $159,041
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Kaleidoscope Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its website describes application procedures and materials, but these should not be treated as current in light of the foundation’s final-return status. The published instructions say applications must be postmarked between May 15 and August 15; that window has passed for 2026.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1100 Bellevue Way Ne 8A-543, Bellevue, WA 98004
Phone: (206) 854-7100
Website: https://kaleidoscope-foundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Kaleidoscope Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Ecotrust ($159K).
Grant Size Distribution
241 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 237 grants of 241 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website says it generally invests in Oklahoma and the greater Tulsa area. Its 2024 filing reports that all grant dollars that year went to Oregon, through the grant to Ecotrust.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Kaleidoscope Foundation gives
- Giving fell 56% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $115K (2023) to $434K (2022). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $159K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ecotrust Portland, OR | Economic Opportunity, Social Equity, & Enviornmental Wellbeing. | $159,041 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | $1,205 | $190,679 | $159,041 | 1 | $167,281 | — | $164 |
| 2023 | $65,438 | $140,563 | $150,875 | $115,016 | 34 | $126,709 | — | $68,297 |
| 2022 | $2,014,486 | $192,953 | $474,370 | $433,546 | 72 | $443,500 | $230,692 | $97,719 |
| 2021 | $2,262,238 | $219,139 | $400,171 | $360,674 | 57 | — | $88,809 | $129,884 |
| 2020 | $2,445,472 | $113,190 | $461,399 | $415,639 | 77 | — | $66,137 | $113,057 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Kaleidoscope Foundation reported a distributable amount of $164 for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says it invests in emergency assistance and basic necessities, temporary and transitional housing, children’s homes, workforce development, food and household items, computer access and instruction, senior independent-living services, crisis and respite child care, support for adults with disabilities or social isolation, and academic and life-skills development for disadvantaged children and youth.
The 2024 grantee, Ecotrust, describes its work as advancing ecological and cultural restoration, racial and economic justice, and broadly shared, intergenerational wealth across the region from California to Alaska. The filing lists the grant’s purpose as “economic opportunity, social equity, & environmental wellbeing.”
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported one grant totaling $159,041. The grant was to Ecotrust in Portland, Oregon; with only one award that year, the smallest, largest, and median grant were all $159,041. In 2023, it reported 34 grants totaling $115,016, and in 2022, 72 grants totaling $433,546.
The foundation’s website describes two grant programs: Small Grants of less than $4,000 and Partners Grants of $4,000 to $10,000. Its published materials describe funding for organizational and project start-up, general operating support, ongoing project or program support, and expansion. Small Grant applicants are described as needing 501(c)(3) status or a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent; Partners Grant applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations. The website also lists exclusions, including capital, endowment, and scholarship requests; religious activities; political campaigns and lobbying; medical research; conference participation; and travel.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Richard Leeds and Anne F. Kroeker as co-presidents, co-vice presidents, and directors; Jeffrey N. Piha as secretary, treasurer, and director; and Lora Brown as director.
Kaleidoscope Foundation's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Anne F. Kroeker
Co-Pres, Co-Vp & Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey N. Piha
Sec'y, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lora Brown
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Leeds
Co-Pres, Co-Vp & Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Kaleidoscope Foundation
How much does Kaleidoscope Foundation give each year?
Kaleidoscope Foundation gave $159K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $115K across 34 grants.
What does Kaleidoscope Foundation fund?
The foundation says it invests in emergency assistance and basic necessities, temporary and transitional housing, children’s homes, workforce development, food and household items, computer access and instruction, senior independent-living services, crisis and respite child care, support for adults with disabilities or social isolation, and academic and life-skills development for disadvantaged children and youth. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Kaleidoscope Foundation?
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Kaleidoscope Foundation make grants?
The foundation’s website says it generally invests in Oklahoma and the greater Tulsa area. Its 2024 filing reports that all grant dollars that year went to Oregon, through the grant to Ecotrust.
How much is Kaleidoscope Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Kaleidoscope Foundation reported a distributable amount of $164 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Kaleidoscope Foundation's EIN?
Kaleidoscope Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-1874926. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Kaleidoscope 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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