Yes, we are an IRS-registered 501c3 organization, EIN 85-3697725. Click the graphic below to link to our IRS approval letter. Donations to us qualify as tax-deductible, but please consult a tax or financial professional for your specific situation.
FAQ Group: SFNW governance and organization
questions and answers about SFNW’s governing structure, nonprofit status, and other organization details
Is the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) involved with Sound Foundations NW?
Since 2021, we are separate nonprofit organizations but we do collaborate closely. Regarding tiny homes and villages, Sound Foundations NW builds the tiny homes, while the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) and other nonprofits build the infrastructure for the villages, staff and manage them, and offer the supportive social services that residents need to move beyond homelessness.
As of Spring, 2026, LIHI manages 17 tiny home villages in Western Washington, with three more on the way. Two other service providers, Chief Seattle Club and Nickelsville, also operate tiny home villages within Seattle and nearby that use tiny homes built by us at SFNW. Altogether, there are 20 time home villages operating around the Puget Sound area that use our tiny homes, with more on the way.
See a map of all of the Tiny Home Villages here: www.soundfoundationsnw.org/tiny-home-villages-map/
Will my donation go to LIHI or to Sound Foundations NW?
In our early days, donations to Sound Foundations NW were processed for us by LIHI. But as of 2021 we are our own 501c3-registered nonprofit (EIN 85-3697725) and we now accept all our own donations directly. Roughly 85% of your donation goes directly to purchasing building materials for the tiny homes. Click here to make a donation. We are also always looking for tiny home sponsors, and corporate community partners looking to make an enormous difference in our local community. Please email our Development Director at devel.sfnw@gmail.com for more information, or see the Tiny Home Sponsor page on our website.
