William and Mary Little Foundation

OVERVIEW: The William and Mary Little Foundation primarily funds grantmaking related to health and human services, as well as education. It also earmarks funds for causes like environment and legal aid.

IP TAKE: The foundation lacks transparency, which limits information available on its grantmaking priorities and activities.

PROFILE: Established in 2000, the William and Mary Little Foundation bears the name of the late William Little, an owner of Tumac Lumber, and his late wife Mary. The foundation is currently steered by Little family members including Susan Little of Seattle and Blake Little of Los Angeles. The foundation does not maintain a website, which limits information available on its grantmaking priorities and activities. According to tax filings, the William and Mary Little Foundation primarily funds grantmaking related to health and human services, as well as education. It also earmarks funds for causes like the environment and legal aid.

Susan Little is involved with Food Lifeline, which provides food to more than 300 food banks, shelters, and meal programs across Western Washington. The Littles support the organization via their foundation. Blake is a photographer, though art does not appear to be a strong focus of grantmaking of late.

Important Grant Details:

Grants range from $250 to $10,000. In a recent fiscal year, the foundation gave away around $40,600. Past grantees include ALS Association Evergreen Chapter, Holy Names Academy, National MS Society, Sierra Club Foundation, and University of Portland.

The foundation keeps a low profile and does not accept unsolicited proposals.

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CONTACT:

William and Mary Little Foundation
1200 Westlake Ave N, Ste 310
Seattle, WA 98109