Private foundation · EIN 20-3401912 · Portland, Oregon · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Spencer Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 23 grants paid, $233K total, median $2,947. 52% of grants stayed in Oregon.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
23
$233K
Median grant
$2,947
Stays in OR
52%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$3.2M

Grants paid in 2024

23 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Willamette Career AcademySalem, ORDental equipment$65K
Little Bird Childcare McMinnvilleMcMinnveille, ORTo provide developmentally appropriate care for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age$38K
Lindquist Dental Clinic for ChildrenTacoma, WADental equipment$28K
Miracle Corners of the WorldNew York, NYSupporting young leaders, community development and oral health care.$25K
Clarity for KidsSmithfield, NCDental equipment$17K
Adopt a Vet Dental ProgramReno, NVDental equipment$11K
Lake Oswego RotaryLake Oswego, ORGeneral support$10K
Parrott CreekOregon City, ORGeneral support$7,500
Northwest Catholic Counseling CenterPortland, ORGeneral support$5,000
Simplicity ServesCharlotte, NCGeneral support$5,000
Apia Somoa MissionSalt Lake City, UTGeneral support$3,396
Great Shape IncModesto, CADental equipment and parts$2,947
Elks Youth Eye ServicePortland, ORFunding research and drug development, partnering with the cf community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care.$2,500
Holy Family ChurchPortland, ORTo support church's initiatives on creating opportunities for learning, growth, and positive community impact.$2,500
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied SciencesMuhas, TZGeneral support$2,417
Anchor MinistryGig Harbor, WAGeneral support$2,000
Bella's Buddies IncVancouver, WAGeneral support$2,000
Blanchet Catholic SchoolSalem, ORGeneral support$1,500
Life Christian AcademyMcMinnville, ORBike a thon donation$1,000
Various EntitesNewberg, ORGeneral support$594
Special Olympics OregonBeaverton, ORGeneral support$500
Max & Therese Cadet Dental Fund IncNew York, NYGeneral support$499
Island Dental Care InternationalPortland, ORGeneral support$219

By state: Oregon 12 · Washington 3 · New York 2 · North Carolina 2 · Nevada 1 · Utah 1

About this foundation

Spencer Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Portland, Oregon, administered in care of John Spencer, tax-exempt since 2005. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Spencer Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 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 Spencer Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $233K across 23 grants, a median of $2,947.

Where does Spencer Family Foundation give?

Oregon (12 grants), Washington (3 grants), New York (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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