Seattle Center Foundation

EIN: 911003385 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Seattle, WA

Total Revenue
$1,787,762
Total Expenses
$2,229,965
Total Assets
$28,725,664
Net Assets
$3,145,273
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1977
Legal Domicile
WA
Principal Officer
Rob Johnson
Phone
2066847345
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

Seattle Center Foundation, founded in 1977, is a community nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $1.8M in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue decreased 5% compared to the prior year. Expenses of $2.2M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 25% operating deficit.

Mission

The Seattle Center Foundation supports the vision and purpose of Seattle Center by advocating for public support and private dollars for major capital and program improvements.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $1,138,197

Seattle/King County Clinic: Seattle Center and Seattle Center Foundation bring together healthcare organizations, civic agencies, nonprofits, businesses, and thousands of volunteers to produce a...

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Seattle/King County Clinic: Seattle Center and Seattle Center Foundation bring together healthcare organizations, civic agencies, nonprofits, businesses, and thousands of volunteers to produce a massive four-day health clinic which provides free dental, vision, medical and social services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the region. In 2025, the Clinic served 3,319 patients and saved them nearly $3.1M in out-of-pocket healthcare costs.

Program 2
Expenses: $449,586 Revenue: $45,496

Events:Seattle Center Festal celebrates 25 free cultural festivals over 36 program days throughout the year, that run February through November. The Festal series showcases the heritage and richness...

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Events:Seattle Center Festal celebrates 25 free cultural festivals over 36 program days throughout the year, that run February through November. The Festal series showcases the heritage and richness of hundreds of cultural communities with live music, dance, vendor marketplaces, visual art, food, exhibits, hands-on activities, and more. Produced in partnership with community-based organizations, the 2025 Festal season was a record-breaking attendance year with over 400,000 people in attendance, and it is expected to continue trending in 2026.In 2025, Seattle Center hosted the 40th Annual Naturalization Ceremony for over 500 candidates taking the oath as new citizens. The ceremony was presided by The Honorable David G. Estudillo, Chief United States District Judge for the Western District Court of Washington. Currently, planning is underway for the 2026 ceremony and there will be 250 candidates being sworn in, which ties into America's 250th.Seattle Center Winterfest presented by Symetra offers five weeks of uplifting seasonal spirit and delightful diversion, including seasonal decor, ice sculpting, our Winter Train & Village, weekend entertainment on the Armory Stage, and a New Year's Eve Celebration. 2025 boasted 600,000 attendees, 33,000 patrons who engaged with the train, 25 live performances attended by nearly 5000 people, and a New Years Eve Celebration that served 35,000 patrons.

Program 3
Expenses: $66,131

Sound Transit Project:Sound Transit is working on the Link light rail system which will have one or two stations near Seattle Center and a rail system passing the center. Seattle Center Foundation...

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Sound Transit Project:Sound Transit is working on the Link light rail system which will have one or two stations near Seattle Center and a rail system passing the center. Seattle Center Foundation has been working with Sound Transit and Seattle Center partner organizations to provide feedback, revenue and information about the light rail process and the effects the stations and the trains rail system could have on the Seattle Center and surrounding area.

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $1,111,765
Program Service Revenue $45,496
Investment Income $403,231
Other Revenue $227,270
TOTAL REVENUE $1,787,762

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $88,133
Salaries & Benefits $861,172
Fundraising Expenses $198,097
Program Expenses $1,653,914
Other Expenses $1,156,465
TOTAL EXPENSES $2,229,965

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $1,787,762 $1,890,815 -0.1%
Expenses $2,229,965 $1,676,791 +0.3%
Net Income $-442,203 $214,024 -3.1%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
14
Independent Members
14
Employees
7
Volunteers
16

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
6
$303,180
Total Directors
15
$50,801
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
2
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Matt Hana President 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Maria Barrientos Vice President 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Katherine Cheng Secretary 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Jeremiah Captain Treasurer 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Kate Becker Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Erin Hobson Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ellen Walker Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lynn Hubbard Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tom Mara Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michelle Merriweather Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ty Rogers Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kyle Rolfe Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brian Surratt Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sung Yang Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Rob Johnson Executive Director, Member (former) 40.00
Officer Director
$48,127 $2,674 $50,801
Jane Zalutsky Executive Director (former) 40.00
Officer
$252,379 $0 $252,379
Margaret Bellefuil Operations Manager 40.00
Highest
$112,699 $0 $112,699
Francisca-Mae Schwarz Project Director 40.00
Highest
$100,440 $6,424 $106,864
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 $1,787,762 $2,229,965 $28,725,664 $-442,203
2024 $1,890,815 $1,676,791 $24,729,468 $214,024
2023 $1,886,374 $1,506,556 $3,450,660 $379,818
2022 $2,173,892 $1,064,574 $3,071,385 $1,109,318
2021 $1,225,153 $838,143 $1,954,374 $387,010
2020 $959,098 $1,241,495 $1,574,759 $-282,397
2019 $1,276,715 $858,028 $1,868,084 $418,687
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