Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.8 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $149,237 and the largest $2.5 million. 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$10.8 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$149,237
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$99.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14.7 million the year before.
18% 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 | $15.3 million | 40 | $181 million |
| 2024 | $14.7 million | 39 | $120 million |
| 2025 | $10.8 million | 34 | $99.3 million |
How to apply
Doris and Bill Scharpf 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 Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 30 | $7.7 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $2.5 million |
| Hawaii | 1 | $346,132 |
| Washington | 2 | $240,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen's College | Health and education | $2.5 million |
| Santiam Christian Schools | Health and education | $2.4 million |
| YMCA - Albany | Health and education | $797,599 |
| Abc House | Health and education | $502,425 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Albany | Health and education | $494,530 |
| Salvation Army - Cascade Division | Health and education | $348,270 |
| Hawaii Wildlife Center | Health and education | $346,132 |
| University of Oregon Library | Health and education | $301,406 |
| Willamette Valley Chaplins | Health and education | $251,484 |
| Safehaven Humane Society | Health and education | $247,606 |
| Albany Helping Hands | Health and education | $247,577 |
| Mercy House | Health and education | $200,102 |
| Young Roots Oregon | Health and education | $200,000 |
| East Linn Christian Academy | Health and education | $198,587 |
| Casa of Linn County | Health and education | $183,605 |
| Albany Public Schools Foundation | Health and education | $175,000 |
| Furniture Share | Health and education | $149,451 |
| Family Tree Relief Nursery | Health and education | $149,023 |
| Unbridled Spirit | Health and education | $140,000 |
| Albany Young Life | Health and education | $125,000 |
| Albany Civic Theatre | Health and education | $124,827 |
| Albany Historic Carousel & Museum | Health and education | $100,203 |
| United Presbyterian Church | Health and education | $100,043 |
| Animals As Natural Therapy | Health and education | $100,000 |
| Albany Regional Museum | Health and education | $99,104 |
| Albany General Hospital Foundation | Health and education | $74,786 |
| United Way Linn Benton & Lincoln Counties - Dolly Parton | Health and education | $60,000 |
| Dalit Empowerment | Health and education | $50,000 |
| Midvalley Youth for Christ | Health and education | $36,850 |
| Linn County Veterans Day Parade | Health and education | $25,000 |
| Albany Safety Foundation | Health and education | $20,000 |
| Albany Public Library | Health & education | $11,000 |
| Fish of Albany | Health and education | $10,000 |
| Serve Inc | Health & education | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fredick M Koontz
- Susan McKay
- Tad Scharpf
- Ryan Haan
- Lou Scharpf
Questions people ask
Does Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation give?
$10.8 million in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $149,237.
Who runs Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fredick M Koontz (President), Susan McKay (Treasurer), Tad Scharpf (Vice President) and Ryan Haan (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Doris and Bill Scharpf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.