Arthur R Dubs Foundation
Accepts applications
Arthur R Dubs Foundation is a private foundation in Medford, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 83 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $161,168. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants83
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$161,168
- Assets$27.3 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
52% of its 2025 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 | $963,589 | 58 | $24.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 73 | $25.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 83 | $27.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Carrie Hanson PO Box 4765, Medford, OR 97501 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (541) 778-3525 |
| What to submit | Online applications for the responsive grants program will open on january 1st and close at midnight on april 1st of each year. Final grant decisions will be announced in june. For complete grant guidelines and access to the online application please visit our website at: ardubsfoundation.org |
| Deadlines | April 1st at midnight annually |
| Restrictions | At this time, our grant guidelines are very fluid so we encourage applicants to review the grant guidelines tab of our website prior to submission. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Arthur R Dubs Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 71 | $1.2 million |
| California | 8 | $122,661 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $40,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $20,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson County 4H & FFA Junior Livestock Auction Committee | Support the purchase of lambs, pigs and steers from 4h and ffa exhibitors at the jackson county fair | $161,168 |
| Rusted Gate Farm | Support your greatest need as it relates to unfunded elements of "year 1 start up expenses" in support of the relief beef and food systems project | $80,000 |
| County of Jackson Phoenix School District #4 | Provide 50; $1,000 arthur r. Dubs scholarships - open to all graduating phs seniors; may be used at any college, university, technical/vocational program or apprenticeship program. This scholarship award is not contingent upon full time enrollment. | $50,000 |
| Rescue Ranch | Support veterinary and animal care | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army A California Corporation Operating in Medford Citadel C | Support the salvation army holiday assistance programs | $50,000 |
| Conservation Force | Support your greatest need | $40,000 |
| Kids Unlimited of Oregon | Support the ku holiday assistance program | $40,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Rogue Valley District Council | Provide emergency rental assistance for families with children | $40,000 |
| Wild Rogue Youth Foundation | Support identified projects in the central curry school district which are designed to enhance student success | $40,000 |
| Walking Tall Southern Oregon | Establish separate workspaces for welding and fabrication; upgrade welding & fabricating equipment; and acquire storage space for metal supplies | $32,000 |
| Crater Foundation | Provide twenty $1,500 continuing education scholarships to crater grads. This scholarship award is not contingent upon full time enrollment. | $30,000 |
| D-9 Foundation | Provide thirty, $1,000 arthur r. Dubs scholarships - open to all graduating seniors; may be used at any college, university, technical/vocational program or apprenticeship program. This scholarship award is not contingent upon full time enrollment. | $30,000 |
| Toys for Tots Siskiyou County | Support the purchase and distribution of toys for children in siskiyou county during christmas | $30,000 |
| Ymca- Rogue Valley Family | To finish the renovation of the dining hall at the elk trail outdoor school & community center | $30,000 |
| Youth 71FIVE Ministries | Support the breaking the cycle program at arthur r. Dubs station 71five | $30,000 |
| Craterian Performances Company | Support the carpenter lead position for the scene shop of tmto | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Fair Foundation | Support the purchase and installation of big ass fan's in the barker and krouse barns on the jackson county expo campus | $25,000 |
| La Clinica | Support the winterspring program | $25,000 |
| Smart Rogue Valley | $15,000 to support the smart reading program at underfunded jackson county schools & $10,000 to support the smart reading program at underfunded josephine county schools. | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army A California Corporation Operating in Grants Pass Corps | Support the holiday assistance & emergency food programs (please note: youth camps are not part of the approved use of grant funding) | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army A California Corporation Operating in Medford Citadel C | To provide a direct benefit to kerr county flooding victims and survivors by way of food, clothing, shelter, pastoral care, burial funds and other direct support needs. Funds are to be used within 90 days of receipt. | $25,000 |
| United Rotary Clubs of Southern Oregon | Support the dolly parton imagination library in jackson county | $25,000 |
| 1st Phoenix Community Center | Support the purchase of food, hygiene supplies, closet program supplies and monthly dinner ingredients | $20,000 |
| Josephine County Foundation | Support student enrichment projects | $20,000 |
| Klamath Lake Counties Food Bank | Support the purchase and distribution of food to those in need. $10,000 allocated for klamath county & $10,000 allocated for lake county. | $20,000 |
| River's Edge Academy Charter School | Support the hard costs associated with the outdoor explore project such as site work, astroturf, playground equipment, bike rack, and outdoor experiences equipment | $20,000 |
| Spartan Boxing Club | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Team Overland | To provide guided outdoor adventures for military veterans, their families, and military supporters | $20,000 |
| Wallowa Resources | Support the wren wilderness experience : inspiring rural youth through outdoor adventure | $20,000 |
| White Heart Foundation | Support the guardian project | $20,000 |
| Wilderness Trails Inc | Provide camper sponsorships | $20,000 |
| Hearts With A Mission | Support the therapeutic adventure & recreation program | $17,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley | Support the 2025 summer youth development program for students in grades K-12 | $15,000 |
| Hope Equestrian Center | Support the adopt-a-rider program | $15,000 |
| Medical Teams International | Support mobile health clinics in curry county, oregon | $15,000 |
| Solid Ground Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy Center | Support the equine-assisted mental health programs | $15,000 |
| Toys for Tots Jackson County | Support the purchase and distribution of toys for children 12yrs and older in jackson county during christmas | $15,000 |
| Oregon Hunters Association (Oha)-Rogue Valley Chapter | Support for the denman youth pheasant hunt and youth turkey clinic | $12,000 |
| Friends of Josephine County Search and Rescue | To purchase 6 garmin alpha 300i tt dog tracking collars with handheld units and satellite subscriptions for the search & rescue k-9 team | $11,515 |
| Agri-Camp USA | Support the outdoor ops 3.0 program | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michele A Pillon
- Reggie Jones
- David P Hyatt
- Charles McNair
Questions people ask
Does Arthur R Dubs Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 1st at midnight annually.
How much does Arthur R Dubs Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 83 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Arthur R Dubs Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michele A Pillon (President / Director), Reggie Jones (Secretary / Director), David P Hyatt (Treasurer / Director) and Charles McNair (Director).
What does Arthur R Dubs Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.