Demorest Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Demorest Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $700,000 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $175,000. 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$700,000
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $587,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $598,000 | 37 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $587,000 | 39 | $15.5 million |
| 2025 | $700,000 | 38 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
Demorest 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 Demorest Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oregon. It also paid $15,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 27 | $605,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $32,000 |
| California | 2 | $26,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Portland | Education | $175,000 |
| Ohsu Foundation | Medical research and care | $115,000 |
| University of Oregon Foundation | Social services | $50,000 |
| The Freshwater Trust | Nature conservation | $50,000 |
| Omsi | Education | $25,000 |
| Ohsu Doernbecher Foundation | Medical research and care | $25,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Nature conservation | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Children | Youth support | $25,000 |
| John Muir Health Foundation | Medical research and care | $25,000 |
| Blanchett House | Provides food and clothing | $20,000 |
| SOAR4 Foundation | Social services | $20,000 |
| Individual | Social services | $15,000 |
| Old Timers Baseball of Portland | Education | $15,000 |
| Individual | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Los Cabos Children's Fdn | Youth support | $10,000 |
| Parkinsons Resources of Oregon | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Oregon Historical Society | Education | $10,000 |
| Individual | Social services | $6,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Individual | Social services | $5,000 |
| Sam Day Foundation | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Incight | Education/employment support | $5,000 |
| Casa Hogar de Cabo San Lucas | Social services | $5,000 |
| William Temple House | Social services | $5,000 |
| Individual | Services for homeless and abused women | $5,000 |
| Individual | Youth support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provides shelter for domestic violence victims | $5,000 |
| Central City Concern | Social services | $5,000 |
| New Avenues for Youth | Social services | $5,000 |
| Pku Foundation | Medical research and care | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Social services | $2,000 |
| Achon Uganda Children's Fund | Social services | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Nature conservation | $1,000 |
| Candlelighters for Children With Ca | Medical research and care | $1,000 |
| Fanconi Cancer Foundation | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Kahn Academy | Education | $1,000 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | Social services | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry L Demorest
- Kaaren M Demorest
- Christine Barbour
- Scott Demorest
Questions people ask
Does Demorest Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Demorest Family Foundation give?
$700,000 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Demorest Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry L Demorest (President), Kaaren M Demorest (Secretary), Christine Barbour (Director) and Scott Demorest (Director).
What does Demorest Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.