Foundations that fund organizations in Depoe Bay, Oregon
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Depoe Bay nonprofits
7 private foundations gave $172K to Depoe Bay organizations in their latest filings; 4 of the 7 that say either way accept applications.
9 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Depoe Bay around $15K. 5 of these funders are based in Oregon; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 7
- Accept applications
- 4
- of 7 that state a policy
- Dollars to Depoe Bay
- $172K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 9
- Typical median grant
- $15K
- Based in OR
- 71%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Depoe Bay organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ford Family Foundation | Roseburg, OR | 2 | $55K | $28K | Yes | Building for the Future - Strategic Planning; Weathering the Storm & Building Resilience |
| So Hum Foundation | Portland, OR | 1 | $55K | $55K | Preselected only | General operating support |
| Braemar Charitable Trust | Portland, OR | 2 | $29K | $15K | Yes | To support the costs of a summer day camp.; To support the protection and stewardship of otter rock mar… |
| The Roundhouse Foundation | Sisters, OR | 1 | $25K | $25K | Yes | Brighter days ahead |
| Merlin Foundation Inc | Missoula, MT | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Help protect otter rock marine reserve |
| Freeman & Gladys Wilson Family Foundation Inc | Lawndale, CA | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | College scholarships |
| Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation Trust | Wilsonville, OR | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General operating (birthday grant) |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Depoe Bay, Oregon?
The Ford Family Foundation, So Hum Foundation, Braemar Charitable Trust, The Roundhouse Foundation, Merlin Foundation Inc and 2 others reported grants to Depoe Bay organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Depoe Bay. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.