The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George
The Elizabeth George Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, Washington. Established in 1998 by author Elizabeth George, it supported talented and deserving writers through grant awards. The foundation appears to have wound down its grantmaking: its website says the final grants would be awarded in January 2025, after which Wells Fargo Advisors would manage the foundation with a different grantmaking focus.
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George at a glance
In short: The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George gave $576K across 30 grants in 2025 (avg $19K), top state California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $576,350
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 30
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $19,212
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $10,589
- -87.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (32% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing said applications were made as a needs analysis with a detailed list of needs, which the foundation reviewed to determine an award amount.
- Contact
Application contact: Susan Elizabeth George
Mailing address: PO Box 1429, Langley, WA 98260
Phone: (360) 221-2326
Website: https://elizabethgeorgeonline.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Seattle Arts Lectures ($20K). Together the top 7 received $95K.
Organizations only. It also paid 23 grants to individuals ($481,350), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
133 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 133 grants of 133 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 filing reported that grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. The largest listed shares were California (32%), New York (13%), Wisconsin (9%), Texas (8%), and Maryland (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 30 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+16%). 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 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $309K (2020) to $576K (2025). In 2025 it made 30 grants totaling $576K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 23 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $481,350 |
| Seattle Arts Lectures Seattle, WA | Support | $20,000 |
| Wordcrafters in Eugene Eugene, OR | Support | $15,000 |
| Writegirl Los Angeles, CA | Support | $15,000 |
| Operation Jump Start Ling Beach, CA | Support | $15,000 |
| Chance Theater Anaheim, CA | Donation | $10,000 |
| Children's Theater of Madison Madison, WI | Support | $10,000 |
| Youth Justice Network New York, NY | Support | $10,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,589 | $551,248 | $622,546 | $576,350 | 30 | $620,530 | $289 |
| 2024 | $81,887 | $514,920 | $611,247 | $576,350 | 30 | $611,175 | $1,107 |
| 2023 | $122,722 | $635,552 | $512,830 | $512,830 | 27 | $512,830 | $2,762 |
| 2022 | $142,602 | $637,802 | $495,200 | $495,200 | 25 | $495,200 | $424 |
| 2021 | $912,015 | $483,694 | $380,212 | $380,212 | 21 | — | $137 |
| 2020 | $808,533 | $500,000 | $309,461 | $309,461 | 19 | — | — |
| 2019 | $617,994 | $434,383 | $319,018 | $319,018 | 18 | — | $383 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose was to support talented and deserving writers. Its 2025 grants also included organizations. For example, Wordcrafters in Eugene said its mission is to help writers and readers strengthen their craft, connect with literature, and share knowledge. Youth Justice Network said it works to break cycles of incarceration and build an equitable justice system through individualized advocacy, mentorship, and opportunities for young people. An individual recipient said its mission is to spark imagination and build community through theater.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 30 grants totaling $576,350. Awards ranged from $10,000 to $30,000, with a median of $20,000. Listed recipients included Wordcrafters in Eugene ($15,000), Youth Justice Network Inc ($10,000), and an individual recipient ($10,000).
The foundation’s 2024 filing described an application process in which applicants submitted a needs analysis and a detailed list of needs for review. It stated that there were no deadlines or restrictions on awards. These are historical instructions and should not be treated as current application guidance.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing listed Susan Elizabeth George as director, Sheila Hillinger as executive secretary, and Christopher Eyre as treasurer.
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's 2025 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Susan Elizabeth George
Director
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Christopher Eyre
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Sheila Hillinger
Executive Secretary
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "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 The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George
How much does The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George give each year?
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George gave $576K across 30 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $576K across 30 grants.
What is The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's typical grant size?
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's median grant in 2025 was $20,000, and its average grant was $19,212, across 30 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George give grants?
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's top state is California, with 32% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (13%) and Wisconsin (9%).
Does The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 30 grants with a stated purpose on The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support" (24 grants) and "Donation" (6 grants).
Who are The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's largest grantees?
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's largest 2025 grantees include Seattle Arts Lectures ($20,000), Wordcrafters in Eugene ($15,000) and Writegirl ($15,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 23 grants to individuals ($481,350), which are not listed by name. Together they received 9% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George?
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George reported $11K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $551K.
What does The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose was to support talented and deserving writers. Its 2025 grants also included organizations. For example, Wordcrafters in Eugene said its mission is to help writers and readers strengthen their craft, connect with literature, and share knowledge. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George?
The 2024 filing said applications were made as a needs analysis with a detailed list of needs, which the foundation reviewed to determine an award amount. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's EIN?
The Elizabeth George Foundation Co Susan E George's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 33-0829947. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 13, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 6, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 23, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS January 12, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
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