Finley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Finley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $216,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $126,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$216,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$126,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $326,850 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $326,850 | 5 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $216,000 | 3 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Finley 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 Finley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $141,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Literary Arts | $100,000 - vision plan campaign; $26,000 - event sponsorships | $126,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Portland Art Museum | $10,000 - director's circle; $5,000 cinema unbound awards | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christian Finley
- Lana Finley
- Mary Finley
Questions people ask
Does Finley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Finley Family Foundation give?
$216,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Finley Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christian Finley (President & Director), Lana Finley (Secretary & Director) and Mary Finley (Director).
What does Finley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and housing and homelessness.