The Zumiez Foundation is a corporate foundation based in Lynnwood, Washington, established in 2005 and granted tax-exempt status in July 2007. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization classified under Human Services—Multipurpose and Other.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$112K
-64.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$202K
-75.6% YoY
Grant Count
127
+8.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$2K
-77.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary charitable activity is providing direct funds to charitable organizations to benefit their communities. Grant-making focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
Grantmaking
The foundation distributed $1,018,948 in total expenses during 2023, with grants representing the primary charitable activity.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington, California, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 31, 2023:
- Total Assets: $317,514
- Total Revenues: $540,227
- Total Expenses: $1,018,948
- Total Liabilities: $13,900
- Total Grants & Contributions: $537,641
- Investment Income & Dividends: $2,586
Contact Information:
- Address: 4001 204th Street SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036-6864
- Phone: 425-551-1500
- Website: www.zumiez.com/foundation
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $111,685 | $317,514 | $796,057 |
| Revenue | $52,787 | $540,227 | $1,889,944 |
| Expenses | $262,832 | $1,018,948 | $3,016,197 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $262,832 | $1,018,948 | $3,016,197 |
| Net Investment Income | $5,016 | $2,586 | $2,633 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
215 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Brooklyn Center Community Schools ($2,108), Bellefaire Jcb ($2,035), Blue Skies for Children ($2,034).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A R JOHNSON - RICHMOND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT AUGUSTA, GA | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,912 |
| ALTERNATIVES FOR GIRLS DETROIT, MI | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,639 |
| AMERICAN INDIAN COMMUNITY CENTER SPOKANE, WA | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,838 |
| BELLEFAIRE JCB SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $2,035 |
| BENNINGTON COUNTY COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS - NORTON HOUSE FAMILY SHELTER BENNINGTON, VT | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,641 |
| BETHANY HOUSE OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA MCLEAN, VA | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,106 |
| BETHESDA HOUSE INC OPP, AL | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,368 |
| BILL WILSON CENTER SANTA CLARA, CA | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,771 |
| BINGHAM CRISIS CENTER BLACKFOOT, ID | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $1,302 |
| BLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN BELLINGHAM, WA | FURTHER CHARITABLE GOALS | $2,034 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board of Directors:
- Thomas Campion — Chairman & Director
- Graham Merrill — Treasurer & Director (also serves as Registered Agent)
- Ann Trapp — Secretary & Director
- Will Eaton — Distribution & Director
- Keith Lowinske — Program Chair & Director
- Jason Rose — Director
- Jasmine Flores — Director
- Shaunda Tippie — Director
- Jon Ayre — Director
All board members serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS CAMPION | CHAIRMAN & DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ANN TRAPP | SECRETARY & DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GRAHAM MERRILL | TREASURER & DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| WILL EATON | DISTRIBUTION & DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| JASON ROSE | PROGRAM CHAIR & DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| JASMINE FLORES | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| SHAUNDA TIPPIE | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| JON AYRE | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Zumiez Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary charitable activity is providing direct funds to charitable organizations to benefit their communities. Grant-making focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
How do I apply for a grant from Zumiez Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 117 grants in 2023 totaling approximately $960,794 • Grant median: $6,400 • Grant maximum: $15,000 • Typical award range: $396–$28,364 **Recent Grantees (2023):** • Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth: $13,766 • Butte Rescue Mission: $13,766 • Catholic Charities of Fairfield County: $13,637 The foundation distributed $1,018,948 in total expenses during 2023, with grants representing the primary charitable activity.
Where does Zumiez Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington, California, and New York.
What size grants does Zumiez Foundation award?
In 2024, Zumiez Foundation awarded 127 grants totaling $202K — an average of about $2K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Zumiez Foundation's EIN?
Zumiez Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3313651. 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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