Grants paid in 2025
38 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of PortlandPortland, OR | Education | $175K |
| Ohsu FoundationPortland, OR | Medical research and care | $115K |
| University of Oregon FoundationEugene, OR | Social services | $50K |
| The Freshwater TrustPortland, OR | Nature conservation | $50K |
| OmsiPortland, OR | Education | $25K |
| Ohsu Doernbecher FoundationPortland, OR | Medical research and care | $25K |
| The Nature ConservancyArlington, VA | Nature conservation | $25K |
| Friends of the ChildrenPortland, OR | Youth support | $25K |
| John Muir Health FoundationWalnut Creek, CA | Medical research and care | $25K |
| Blanchett HousePortland, OR | Provides food and clothing | $20K |
| Soar4 FoundationCorvallis, OR | Social services | $20K |
| Meals on WheelsPortland, OR | Social services | $15K |
| Old Timers Baseball of PortlandPortland, OR | Education | $15K |
| St Jude'sMemphis, TN | Medical research | $10K |
| Los Cabos Children's FdnSan Jose del Cabe, MX | Youth support | $10K |
| Parkinsons Resources of OregonLake Oswego, OR | Medical research | $10K |
| Oregon Historical SocietyPortland, OR | Education | $10K |
| Wounded WarriorJacksonville, FL | Social services | $6,000 |
| Alzheimer's AssociationChicago, IL | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Shriners HospitalsPortland, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Sam Day FoundationPortland, OR | Medical research | $5,000 |
| IncightPortland, OR | Education/employment support | $5,000 |
| CASA Hogar de Cabo San LucasCabo San Lucas, MX | Social services | $5,000 |
| William Temple HousePortland, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Rose HavenPortland, OR | Services for homeless and abused women | $5,000 |
| FIRST Tee OregonGladstone, OR | Youth support | $5,000 |
| Bradley AnglePortland, OR | Provides shelter for domestic violence victims | $5,000 |
| Central City ConcernPortland, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| New Avenues for YouthPortland, OR | Social services | $5,000 |
| Pku FoundationRoanoke, VA | Medical research and care | $5,000 |
| The Salvation ArmyAlexandria, VA | Social services | $2,000 |
| Achon Uganda Children's FundPortland, OR | Social services | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife FundWashington, DC | Nature conservation | $1,000 |
| Candlelighters for Children With CaBeaverton, OR | Medical research and care | $1,000 |
| Fanconi Cancer FoundationEugene, OR | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Kahn AcademyMountain View, CA | Education | $1,000 |
| Portland Rescue MissionPortlan, OR | Social services | $1,000 |
| St Vincent de PaulPortland, OR | Social services | $1,000 |
By state: Oregon 27 · Virginia 3 · California 2 · INTL 2 · Tennessee 1 · Florida 1
About this foundation
Demorest Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Portland, Oregon, administered in care of Harry Demorest, tax-exempt since 2007. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Demorest Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Demorest Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $700K across 38 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Demorest Family Foundation give?
Oregon (27 grants), Virginia (3 grants), California (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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