The PEACH Foundation is a private, volunteer-led philanthropic organization based in Conway, Washington. Established in 2001, it operates as a non-operating foundation with a governance structure of six officers and trustees who serve without compensation.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$8.5M
-1.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$630K
+3.1% YoY
Grant Count
21
-27.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$30K
+42.4% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Peach Foundation reported a distributable amount of $611K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not specify particular subject areas of focus, indicating a broad philanthropic mission. Available records suggest grantmaking in education, environmental work, community development, and arts & culture.
Grantmaking
The foundation typically selects grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. It makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Prospective applicants are advised that cultivating trustee contacts is essential, as the foundation tends to fund many of the same organizations on a repeat basis.
Grant Range
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Average Grant
$16,000–$37,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington and California, with particular concentration in Washington. Documented funding includes Seattle, San Francisco, and Bellevue.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $8.5–$8.7 million
- Annual Income: $1.2 million
- Annual Expenses: $713,447 (2023)
- Investment Income: $261,807 (2023)
- Expense Ratio: 119.6% of total revenue spent on programs
The foundation's assets have grown 2.6% year-over-year.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $8,508,767 | $8,675,778 | $8,792,843 |
| Revenue | $566,049 | $596,382 | $367,225 |
| Expenses | $733,060 | $713,447 | $728,576 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $636,062 | $622,315 | $597,026 |
| Net Investment Income | $469,051 | $504,148 | $272,727 |
| Distributable Amount | $611,073 | $549,118 | $564,500 |
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
150 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Food Lifeline ($50,000), White Center Food Bank ($50,000), Climate Solutions ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FOOD LIFELINE SEATTLE, WA | HELPING FOOD INSECURE PEOPLE | $50,000 |
| WHITE CENTER FOOD BANK SEATTLE, WA | COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT | $50,000 |
| CLIMATE SOLUTIONS SEATTLE, WA | ENVIRONMENTAL WORK | $30,000 |
| CASCADE YOUTH SYMPHONY LYNWOOD, WA | MUSIC EDUCATION FOR YOUTH | $30,000 |
| MOUNTAINS TO SOUND GREENWAY TRUST SEATTLE, WA | CONSERVE AND ENHANCE LANDSCAPE, ENSURING A LONG-TERM BALANCE BETWEEN PEOPLE AND NATURE | $30,000 |
| KEY TO CHANGE SEATTLE, WA | MUSIC EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | $30,000 |
| NORTH CASCADES INSTITUTE SEDROWOOLLEY, WA | ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION | $30,000 |
| CORNISH COLLEGE OF THE ARTS SEATTLE, WA | ARTS EDUCATION | $30,000 |
| SEATTLE YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SEATTLE, WA | MUSIC EDUCATION | $30,000 |
| WASHINGTON CONSERVATION ACTION EDUCATION FUND SEATTLE, WA | ENVIRONMENTAL WORK | $30,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- President: Gail Ransom (volunteer)
- Vice President: Ellen Ferguson (volunteer)
- Secretary: Shelley Rolfe (volunteer)
- Treasurer: Mary Dunnam (volunteer)
- Assistant Treasurer: Tomoko Matsuno (volunteer)
- Trustee: Jean Gardner (volunteer)
- Principal Officer: Priscilla B. Collins (listed in some records)
All leadership positions are held on a volunteer basis without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAIL RANSOM | PRESIDENT | 3 | — |
| ELLEN FERGUSON | VICE PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| SHELLEY ROLFE | SECRETARY | 3 | — |
| MARY DUNNAM | TREASURER | 3 | — |
| TOMOKO MATSUNO | ASSISTANT TREASURER | 2 | — |
| JEAN GARDNER | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| GRACE NORDHOFF | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
Contact Information
- Location: Conway, WA
- Mailing Address: PO Box 941, Conway, WA 98238-0901
- Phone: (206) 619-1675
- Tax ID (EIN): 91-2094325
Contributions to the foundation are tax-deductible.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Peach Foundation fund?
The foundation does not specify particular subject areas of focus, indicating a broad philanthropic mission. Available records suggest grantmaking in education, environmental work, community development, and arts & culture.
How do I apply for a grant from Peach Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Annual distribution: $589,000–$631,000 (2021–2023) • Total grants awarded in 2024: 29 grants totaling $611,000 • Historical grantmaking: 114 grants totaling $1.8 million across available records **Grant Sizes:** • Individual grants range from $500 to $100,000 • Median grant: $20,000–$30,000 • Average grant: $16,000–$37,000 **Application Process:** The foundation typically selects grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. It makes contributions only to preselect…
Where does Peach Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington and California, with particular concentration in Washington. Documented funding includes Seattle, San Francisco, and Bellevue.
What size grants does Peach Foundation award?
In 2024, Peach Foundation awarded 21 grants totaling $630K — an average of about $30K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Peach Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Peach Foundation reported a distributable amount of $611K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Peach Foundation's EIN?
Peach Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-2094325. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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