The Nutter Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Vancouver, Washington, established in 2008. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization focused on philanthropy and community support through grantmaking and community events.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.1M
+221.5% YoY
Grant Count
11
-26.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$104K
+338.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports local community organizations through grants and operates educational community events. Primary funding areas include education, philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking, with secondary focus on human services.
A signature program is Dozer Day, a community event that provides hands-on educational experiences for children, allowing them to operate real heavy construction equipment, fire engines, and ambulances while learning about building sustainable communities, industry opportunities, and public safety.
Grantmaking
The foundation provides general support to local community organizations, with particular emphasis on education and community development initiatives.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington, Oregon, and Virginia, with a strong emphasis on local community organizations in the Vancouver, Washington area.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023-2024:
- Total assets: $1,675,146
- Total giving (2024): $65,745
- Total expenses (2023): $266,714
- Total revenue (2023): $315,797
Program Expenses (2023):
- Dozer Day event: $258,509
- Community grants program: $65,745
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| 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
68 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation's governance structure includes trustees, though specific names are not detailed in available sources.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| W LEE NUTTER | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| DARLENE A NUTTER | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation maintains an active presence in the Vancouver community through its annual Dozer Day event and ongoing grant distribution to local organizations. The foundation's website is available at www.nutterfoundation.org.
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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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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