The Portland Trust II
Preselected recipients only
The Portland Trust II is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $300,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $80,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $267,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $267,500 | 14 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 12 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Portland Trust II 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 The Portland Trust II funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 8 | $210,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $85,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General operating | $80,000 |
| Columbus Academy | General operations | $75,000 |
| ONE22 Inc | General operating | $40,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General operating | $25,000 |
| National Museum of Wildlife Art | General operating | $25,000 |
| Teton Youth and Family Services | General operating | $15,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Children's Learning Center | General operating | $10,000 |
| Dancers Workshop | General operating | $10,000 |
| Fund for Public Education | General operating | $5,000 |
| Teton Valley Regional Land Trust | General operating | $2,500 |
| Write on Door County | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does The Portland Trust II accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Portland Trust II give?
$300,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Portland Trust II?
Its 2024 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does The Portland Trust II fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.