Foss Foundation Grant

The June & Julian Foss Foundation, established in 1997, prioritizes support for children and young adults, especially those facing mental illness or physical disabilities. With a mission to foster healthy, responsible adults and promote family philanthropy, the Foundation emphasizes family strength, diversity, and self-worth. Grants typically do not exceed $5,000 and are directed towards programs that enhance self-sufficiency and recognize individual capabilities, while upholding values of integrity and respect.

The June & Julian Foss Foundation was established in 1997. It is comprised of the descendants of June & Julian Foss and their immediate families. The Philosophy of the June & Julian Foss Foundation is based on love of family, respect for diversity, intolerance of bigotry, and generosity of self. We consider society’s most important strength to be that of families, though we define family broadly. We value integrity, self-reliance, self-esteem, and spirituality, and we consider a sense of humor to be an important attribute. We intend to support programs and projects, especially those directed to children and youth, that promote these values and that encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and a sense of curiosity and wonder.
The Foundation’s priority interests are
Children and young adultsChildren and young adults with mental illness or physical disabilities
The Foundation focuses on programs that
Strengthen familiesPromote recognition of equality and respect for diversityPromote recognition of the innate value of self and othersPromote respect for one’s own values and those of othersEnhance capacity for individuals to recognize their own capabilitiesEnhance capacity for self-sufficient living
Size of Grants
Grants made by the Foundation generally do not exceed $5,000.

Eligibility

We accept applications from organizations that provide services in and/or near the following cities:Tacoma and Seattle, Washington
Portland, Oregon
San Francisco, Berkeley, San Mateo, and Concord/Walnut Creek area, California
Phoenix, Arizona (Phoenix metro area, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Mesa, Queen Creek, and Apache Junction)

Ineligibility

The June & Julian Foss Foundation believes that the active inclusion of diverse perspectives. The Foundation does not discriminate, nor will it support organizations that discriminate on any basis including age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, national origin, political affiliation, or religious belief.Requests for the following are not considered:New construction or endowmentsFundraising or recognition eventsCapital campaignsNational organizations or local affiliates of national organizations (except programs developed at the local level that are specific to local needs)Individual scholarships or requests from individuals

501(c)(3) organizations serving Tacoma and Seattle WA; Portland OR; San Francisco, Berkeley, San Mateo and Concord-Walnut Creek CA; the Phoenix metro area AZ; or Miami FL. Not open to individuals or national organizations.