Evans Runyan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Evans Runyan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $91,500 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $79,000 | 15 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $91,500 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 15 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Evans Runyan 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 Evans Runyan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 15 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Waterwatch of Oregon | Program support. | $25,000 |
| Oregon Natural Desert Association | Program support. | $15,000 |
| Oregon Community Warehouse | Program support. | $10,000 |
| Outside in | Program support. | $10,000 |
| Raphael House | Program support. | $10,000 |
| Street Roots | Program support. | $10,000 |
| Central City Concern | Program support. | $7,500 |
| Transition Projects | Program support. | $7,500 |
| Friends of Columbia Gorge | Program support. | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Children | Program support. | $5,000 |
| Rose Haven Cic | Program support. | $5,000 |
| Blanchet House | Program support. | $2,500 |
| Casa for Children | Program support. | $2,500 |
| Forest Park Conservancy | Program support. | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette | Program support. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dean Runyan
- Elizabeth Evans
- Hugh Scott Runyan
- Alec Thomas Runyan
- Grant Evans Runyan
Questions people ask
Does Evans Runyan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Evans Runyan Family Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Evans Runyan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dean Runyan (President), Elizabeth Evans (Treasurer), Hugh Scott Runyan (Trustee) and Alec Thomas Runyan (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Evans Runyan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.