TSO NW
TSO NW is a private foundation, based in Vancouver, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $208K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $123K.
TSO NW at a glance
In short: TSO NW gave $123K across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Washington. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $123,400
- -12.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -22.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $17,629
- +11.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,000
- Total assets
- $207,953
- +21.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Washington (89% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who TSO NW funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Northwest Battle Buddies ($41K). Together the top 7 received $123K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 35 grants of 36 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How TSO NW gives
- Giving grew 229% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $31K (2020) to $142K (2023). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $123K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Battle Buddies Battle Ground, WA | To Support Local Military Families | $41,400 |
| CDM Services Vancouver, WA | To Support Local Military Families | $30,000 |
| Clark County Veterans Assistance Ce Vancouver, WA | To Support Local Military Families | $30,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation Inc Rockville, MD | To Support Local Military Families | $7,000 |
| NW Veterans in Technology Portland, OR | To Support Local Military Families | $7,000 |
| Mike Amodeo Fisherman for Veterans Vancouver, WA | To Support Local Military Families | $5,000 |
| Gerald Gaule Veternas Radio Vancouver, WA | To Support Local Military Families | $3,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $207,953 | $216,306 | $179,589 | $123,400 | 7 | $123,400 | $7,694 |
| 2023 | $171,236 | $133,678 | $166,217 | $141,730 | 9 | $141,730 | $6,201 |
| 2022 | $203,775 | $152,541 | $92,988 | $70,800 | 9 | $70,800 | $6,029 |
| 2021 | $144,222 | $155,938 | $56,027 | $37,500 | 5 | $37,500 | $3,389 |
| 2020 | $44,311 | $33,806 | $39,248 | $31,214 | 6 | — | $1,565 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, TSO NW reported a distributable amount of $8K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
TSO NW is led by Neal Dykeman, Chairman since 2022 (on filings since 2021) — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Neal Dykeman
Chairman
Board Chairman → Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Brad Reckord (2020–2021) — Pressecytreas
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.
Frequently asked questions about TSO NW
How much does TSO NW give each year?
TSO NW gave $123K across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $142K across 9 grants.
What is TSO NW's typical grant size?
TSO NW's median grant in 2024 was $7,000, and its average grant was $17,629, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does TSO NW give grants?
TSO NW gives mostly in Washington: 89% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Maryland (6%) and Oregon (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Vancouver, WA (4 grants).
Does TSO NW give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on TSO NW's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Support Local Military Families" (7 grants).
Who are TSO NW's largest grantees?
TSO NW's largest 2024 grantees include Northwest Battle Buddies ($41,400), CDM Services ($30,000) and Clark County Veterans Assistance Ce ($30,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 82% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is TSO NW?
TSO NW reported $208K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $123K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $8K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is TSO NW's EIN?
TSO NW's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4109208. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work TSO NW funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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