Daily 3 Foundations - 9/14/25
9/14/2025
Here are today’s daily 3 foundations. Oregon Community Foundation, Allen Family Philanthropies, and The Foster Foundation.
Oregon Community Foundation
Website:
https://oregoncf.org/
Mission & Purpose: To improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy. They partner with donors and volunteers to put charitable dollars to work across the state.
Broad Funding Guidelines: OCF offers a wide range of funding opportunities through various funds and grant programs. The bulk of their funding is awarded by donors through Donor Advised Funds. They also have competitive grant programs with open applications.
Featured Opportunity: The Community Grants Program is OCF's largest and most flexible grant program. It supports a wide range of projects and organizations across Oregon, with applications typically accepted twice a year.
Allen Family Philanthropies
Website:
https://www.allenphilanthropies.org/
Mission & Purpose: To build thriving and resilient communities in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. They believe that arts, youth, and the environment are interconnected and essential for collective well-being.
Broad Funding Guidelines: The foundation invests in three core program areas: Arts & Culture, Youth, and Environment. They are also involved in bioscience funding and community sponsorships in Washington state.
The Foster Foundation
Website:
http://www.thefosterfoundation.org/
Mission & Purpose: A family foundation that works to advance the quality of life for present and future generations in the Pacific Northwest.
Broad Funding Guidelines: The foundation takes a proactive approach to funding and invites qualifying organizations to submit proposals. They do not accept unsolicited requests. Their priority issues include social services, education, medical research, and community engagement in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska.