Quinsey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Quinsey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $184,400 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$184,400
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $257,150 the year before.
44% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $257,150 | 21 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $184,400 | 18 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
Quinsey Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Quinsey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 13 | $136,400 |
| Arizona | 2 | $32,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy - Oregon Conservation Center | Program support | $50,000 |
| Portland State University | Program support | $36,000 |
| Tapaz - Taproot Collaboration | Program support | $30,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| Willamette Riverkeeper | Program support | $10,000 |
| Growing Gardens | Program support | $8,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metropolitan Area | Program support | $5,700 |
| Adopt One Block | Program support | $5,000 |
| Library Foundation Inc Serving the People of Multnomah County | Program support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Program support | $5,000 |
| Portland Touch Rugby | Program support | $5,000 |
| Trailkeepers of Oregon | Program support | $5,000 |
| Eco - Ecology in Classrooms | Program support | $3,000 |
| Desert Botanical Garden | Program support | $2,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank | Program support | $1,500 |
| Ninety-Nine Girlfriends | Program support | $1,200 |
| Oregon Public Broadcasting | Program support | $1,000 |
| Tune in to Nature Org (Birdnote) | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph Quinsey
- Jean Quinsey
Questions people ask
Does Quinsey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Quinsey Family Foundation give?
$184,400 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Quinsey Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ralph Quinsey (President/Treasurer) and Jean Quinsey (Vice President/Secretary).
What does Quinsey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.