BP Lester & Regina John Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BP Lester & Regina John Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 79 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $140,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants79
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$53.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
20% 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 | $1.8 million | 80 | $41.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 81 | $50.9 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 79 | $53.3 million |
How to apply
BP Lester & Regina John 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 BP Lester & Regina John Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 72 | $1.8 million |
| California | 2 | $99,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Academy | General operating support | $140,000 |
| Blanchet House of Hospitality | General operating support | $125,000 |
| La Salle Catholic College Preparatory | General operating support | $122,600 |
| Central Catholic High School | General operating support | $110,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul - Portland Council | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Santa Clara University | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Project Lemonade | General operating support | $57,000 |
| De la Salle North Catholic High School | General operating support | $51,000 |
| St Andrew Nativity School | General operating support | $51,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Rose Haven Cic | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Valley Catholic High School | General operating support | $43,000 |
| Community Warehouse | General operating support | $40,000 |
| All Saints School | General operating support | $37,125 |
| Parker Bounds Johnson Foundation | General operating support | $35,100 |
| Children's Cancer Association | General operating support | $30,300 |
| Northwest Children's Outreach | General operating support | $30,000 |
| The Mariposa Dr Foundation | General operating support | $30,000 |
| Northwest Pilot Project Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Serenity Lane Health Services | General operating support | $25,000 |
| St Matthew Catholic Church | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Casa Teresa | General operating support | $24,000 |
| St Therese Catholic School | General operating support | $24,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia NW | General operating support | $22,000 |
| Safety Compass | General operating support | $21,500 |
| Holy Cross School | General operating support | $21,000 |
| Northwest Catholic Counseling Center | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Regis St Mary Catholic School | General operating support | $20,000 |
| St John the Apostle School | General operating support | $20,000 |
| St Thomas More School | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Store to Door | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Holy Redeemer Catholic School | General operating support | $16,000 |
| Cyocamp Howard | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Holy Family School | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Maybelle Center for Community | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels People | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes School | General operating support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary E Graves
- Suzann Baricevic Murphy
- Melissa Hartnell
Questions people ask
Does BP Lester & Regina John Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BP Lester & Regina John Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 79 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs BP Lester & Regina John Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary E Graves (Director), Suzann Baricevic Murphy (Director) and Melissa Hartnell (President/Secretary).
What does BP Lester & Regina John Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.