The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, Washington. Rooted in the Catholic tradition, it says it works to promote the dignity and quality of human life in its communities, especially for the most vulnerable.
Key facts about The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation
In short: The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation gave $529K across 29 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Washington. 79% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 46-4862069
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $529,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 29
- Average grant
- $18,241
- Median grant
- $10,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 79% first-time grantees (23 of 29, 2024)
- Total assets
- $22,945,934
- Primary geography
- Washington (61% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$22.9M
+10.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$529K
-11.4% YoY
Grant Count
29
+16.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$18K
-23.6% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.3M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Is The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation open to new grantees?
79%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 23 of 29 grantees (79%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $14K; repeat grants $33K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $28K repeat.
- 10% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−15%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 101% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to promote the dignity and quality of human life in its communities, especially for the most vulnerable. Its website describes Maude’s Awards as supporting innovative practices of care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their care partners. Maude’s Ventures offers seed funding to entrepreneurs developing solutions for people living with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. ARTZ Philadelphia says it enhances the quality of life of people living with dementia and their care partners through arts and culture. Single Mothers Outreach says it empowers single parents and their children with support and resources. Catholic Charities of Los Angeles describes its work as serving poor and vulnerable people and promoting human dignity and social justice. Assistance League of Long Beach says it works to improve lives so communities can thrive.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 29 grants totaling $529,000. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $105,500, with a median of $10,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 61% of grant dollars went to recipients in Washington, 27% to California, 5% each to Pennsylvania and Texas, and 1% to Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 29 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $529K (2024) to $675K (2020). In 2024 it made 29 grants totaling $529K.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Washington Foundation ($106K). Together the top 10 received $373K.
Grant Size Distribution
161 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 147 grants of 161 (91%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington Foundation Seattle, WA | Advisory Board Grant, Maude's Award, Memory Medicine Hub | $105,500 |
| Kennedy Catholic High School Burien, WA | Marian Grotto | $50,000 |
| St James Cathedral Seattle, WA | Donation for Charitable Purposes | $35,000 |
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA | Donation for Charitable Purposes | $30,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle Seattle, WA | Work Study Program | $27,500 |
| Alzheimer's Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | Maude's Awards | $25,000 |
| Artz Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA | Maude's Awards | $25,000 |
| Assistance League of Long Beach Long Beach, CA | Donation for Charitable Purposes | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | City of Angels Christmas Gala | $25,000 |
| Frye Art Museum Seattle, WA | Creative Aging Program | $25,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,945,934 | $3,743,772 | $1,545,961 | $529,000 |
| 2023 | $20,721,794 | $2,670,363 | $1,208,955 | $597,075 |
| 2022 | $19,278,734 | $1,951,147 | $1,360,584 | $639,655 |
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $22,945,934 | $20,721,794 | $19,278,734 |
| Revenue | $3,743,772 | $2,670,363 | $1,951,147 |
| Expenses | $1,545,961 | $1,208,955 | $1,360,584 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,339,594 | $1,079,411 | $1,038,059 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,052,306 | $544,161 | $325,987 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,328,844 | $1,084,674 | $949,967 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Richard M. Ferry as president and CFO, David Ferry as treasurer, Margaret Orem as secretary, Fr. Salzillo – Western Dominican Province as a director, and Ann-Marie Langley as a director.
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation is led by Richard M. Ferry, President & CFO on every filing since 2020; 4 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Richard M. Ferry
President & CFO
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Salzillo - Western Dominican Pro
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Ann-Marie Langley
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
$750 (2024)
David Ferry
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Margaret Orem
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $3K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $3K, to David Ferry (Treasurer). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Contact
Mailing address: 725 9Th Avenue 1102, Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 748-3670
Website: https://ferryfound.org
Frequently asked questions about The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation
How much does The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation give each year?
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation gave $529K across 29 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $597K across 25 grants.
What is The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation's typical grant size?
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $18,241, across 29 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation that year got $14K on average.
Where does The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation give grants?
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation gives mostly in Washington: 61% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was California (27%). The most frequent recipient cities were Seattle, WA (13 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (3 grants).
Who are The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation's largest grantees?
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include University of Washington Foundation ($105,500), Kennedy Catholic High School ($50,000) and St James Cathedral ($35,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation?
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation reported $22.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.3M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to promote the dignity and quality of human life in its communities, especially for the most vulnerable. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation?
The foundation 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 The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation's EIN?
The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4862069. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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