Voris Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Voris Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $171,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$171,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $182,550 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $148,000 | 18 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $182,550 | 21 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $171,000 | 22 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Voris 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 Voris Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 9 | $110,000 |
| Washington | 7 | $37,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Presbyterian Church | General contribution | $50,000 |
| Scottsdale Cultural Council DBA Scottsdale Arts | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Circle the City | General contribution | $8,000 |
| Arizona PBS | General contribution | $7,000 |
| KJZZ | General contribution | $7,000 |
| Cielo | General contribution | $6,000 |
| Interfaith Works | Program support | $6,000 |
| Olympia Education Foundation | General contribution | $6,000 |
| South Sound YMCA | General contribution | $6,000 |
| The Hummingbird Studio Co Friendship Hall at the YMCA | Program support | $6,000 |
| YWCA Olympia | General contribution | $6,000 |
| Literary Society | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Ministries | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Tacoma Community House | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Golf Fore Africa | General contribution | $3,000 |
| Southwest Wildlife | General contribution | $3,000 |
| Foothills Animal Rescue | General contribution | $2,000 |
| KNKX | General contribution | $2,000 |
| George Washington University | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Marching Along Educational Foundation | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Miami University | Scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John E Voris
- Karen P Voris
- Molly E Voris
- Amy E Voris
Questions people ask
Does Voris Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Voris Family Foundation give?
$171,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Voris Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John E Voris (President/Secretary), Karen P Voris (Vice President/Treasurer), Molly E Voris (Director) and Amy E Voris (Director).
What does Voris Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.