Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation
The Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation is a private foundation based in Hunts Point, Washington. In its 2024 filing, it reported grants to charitable organizations in Washington and four other states, supporting organizations that include arts and cultural groups, youth-serving organizations, and reproductive health organizations.
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation at a glance
In short: Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation gave $43K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in Washington. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $43,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- Average grant
- $4,300
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $991,817
- Primary geography
- Washington (72% 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 Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3455 Hunts Point Road, Hunts Point, WA 98004
Phone: (206) 919-8000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Pacific Northwest Ballet Association ($15K). Together the top 10 received $43K.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 10 grants of 10 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 72% of grant dollars went to recipients in Washington. The remaining grant dollars were distributed among recipients in New York (10%), Hawaii (7%), Florida (7%), and Illinois (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out 146% of 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
In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $43K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Northwest Ballet Association Seattle, WA | General Support | $15,000 |
| GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund Seattle, WA | General Support | $5,000 |
| Flying House Productions dba Seattle Chorus Seattle, WA | General Support | $5,000 |
| Rainbow Family 808 Kapolei, HI | General Support | $3,000 |
| Ellison Ballet Foundation New York, NY | General Support | $3,000 |
| Flipany Fort Lauderdale, FL | General Support | $3,000 |
| Emerald City Pet Rescue Seattle, WA | General Support | $3,000 |
| Lambert House Seattle, WA | General Support | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois Chicago, IL | General Support | $1,500 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights New York, NY | General Support | $1,500 |
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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 | $991,817 | $1,037,090 | $45,225 | $43,000 | 10 | $44,430 | $36,295 | $30,393 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation reported a distributable amount of $30K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations with varied missions. Pacific Northwest Ballet Association describes its mission as advancing artistic excellence and innovation in dance and educating dance artists and enthusiasts. Lambert House says it empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth through leadership, social, and life skills. Planned Parenthood of Illinois describes its work as providing and promoting reproductive health care, education, and rights.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 10 grants totaling $43,000. Grants ranged from $1,500 to $15,000, with a median of $3,000. The largest grants were $15,000 to Pacific Northwest Ballet Association; $5,000 each to GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund and Flying House Productions dba Seattle Chorus; and $3,000 each to Rainbow Family 808, Ellison Ballet Foundation, FLIPANY, Emerald City Pet Rescue, and Lambert House. All listed grants were for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2024 filing lists Robert Eichler as president, Greg Oram as board chair, and Claudia Diorio as secretary.
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation is led by Robert Eichler, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Robert Eichler
President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Greg Oram
Board Chair
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Claudia Diorio
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "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 Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation
How much does Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation give each year?
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation gave $43K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's typical grant size?
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $3,000, and its average grant was $4,300, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation give grants?
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation gives mostly in Washington: 72% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (10%) and Hawaii (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Seattle, WA (5 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's largest grantees?
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Pacific Northwest Ballet Association ($15,000), GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund ($5,000) and Flying House Productions dba Seattle Chorus ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation?
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation reported $992K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $44K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $30K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations with varied missions. Pacific Northwest Ballet Association describes its mission as advancing artistic excellence and innovation in dance and educating dance artists and enthusiasts. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's EIN?
Robert McGraw Eichler Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-4863229. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Does Robert McGraw Eichler 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 September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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