Graham Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Graham Family Foundation is a private foundation in Yreka, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $274,950 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$274,950
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $262,500 the year before.
19% 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 | $233,107 | 51 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $262,500 | 47 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $274,950 | 51 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
Graham 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 Graham Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 20 | $111,450 |
| California | 21 | $97,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $30,000 |
| Hawaii | 4 | $17,500 |
| Arizona | 2 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $8,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Better Life TV | Radio gospel outreach | $40,000 |
| Walla Walla University | Scholarships/chemistry equipment | $30,000 |
| Siskiyou Family YMCA | Youth/adult programming | $22,000 |
| Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank | Community food bank assistance | $18,000 |
| Loma Linda University | Alumni assoc./scholarships/missions | $17,000 |
| Kidder Creek Camp | Christian youth camp | $15,000 |
| Rivers Edge Sda Church | Volunteer projects and scholarships | $10,000 |
| United Scholarships Inc | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Malama Learning Center | Child programming | $8,000 |
| Klamath Falls Gospel Mission | Shelter & meals for the needy | $7,000 |
| Klamath Falls Sda Church | Painting project | $6,000 |
| Access | Community outreach | $5,000 |
| Adventist Development Relief Agency | Humanitarian aid and relief | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Land Trust | Protected species support | $5,000 |
| Natuva Mission | Support for staffing at natuvu missi | $5,000 |
| Oregon Tech Foundation | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Siskiyou Christian Fellowship | Gospel outreach | $5,000 |
| Siskiyou Habitat for Humanity | Homebuilding | $5,000 |
| Milo Adventist Academy | Christian education assistance | $4,000 |
| Adventist World Radio | Radio gospel outreach | $3,000 |
| Armenian Missionary Assoc of Ameri | World missions | $3,000 |
| Heard Museum | American indian museum | $3,000 |
| See International | Eye care around the world | $3,000 |
| Hawai'i Marine Animal Response | Protected species support | $2,500 |
| Armenian Eyecare Project | Eyecare to armenians | $2,000 |
| Cal Polytechnic State University | Cat program funding | $2,000 |
| Cal Polytechnic State University | Rose float funding | $2,000 |
| Casa | Child advocate funding | $2,000 |
| Kauluakalana | Restoring ancestral fish ponds | $2,000 |
| Siskiyou Spay Neuter Incentive Prog | Dog and cat population support | $2,000 |
| Sky Lakes Medical Center Foundation Inc | Support for medical center/equipment | $2,000 |
| The Dove Radio | Gospel outreach | $2,000 |
| Ultimate Mission | Program services | $2,000 |
| Youth Empowerment Siskiyou | Child advocate funding | $2,000 |
| Yreka High School | Catering & marketing classroom suppl | $2,000 |
| Klamath Ice Sports | Maintenance & upkeep | $2,000 |
| Crosswalk Church | Gospel outreach | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Children Klamath Basin | Professional mentors for children | $1,000 |
| Integral Youth Services | Youth shelter support | $1,000 |
| Jefferson Public Radio | Gospel outreach | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Teresa Panossian
- Leora Ragan
- Trevor Ragan
- David Panossian
- Nathan Panossian
- Jacob Ragan
Questions people ask
Does Graham Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Graham Family Foundation give?
$274,950 in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Graham Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Teresa Panossian (Secretary), Leora Ragan (President), Trevor Ragan (Board Member) and David Panossian (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Graham Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.