Frank and Mary Gill Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank and Mary Gill Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $197,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$197,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $311,000 the year before.
71% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $119,500 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $311,000 | 9 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $197,500 | 17 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Frank and Mary Gill 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 Frank and Mary Gill Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 10 | $130,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| African Mission Healthcare | Exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Providence Portland Medical Foundat | Exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Oregon Health Science Univ Fnd | Exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| University of Portland | Exempt purpose | $8,000 |
| Individual | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Dental Foundation of Oregon | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Riverdale School Foundation | Exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Individual | Exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Transitional Youth | Exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Seva Foundation | Exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Central Catholic High School | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Individual | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Mercy Home | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Shriners Children's | Exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Kay Gill
- Frank C Gill
- Katherine L Starke
- Megan K Gill
Questions people ask
Does Frank and Mary Gill Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank and Mary Gill Foundation give?
$197,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Frank and Mary Gill Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Kay Gill (Pres/DIR), Frank C Gill (Sec/Treas/Dir), Katherine L Starke (Director) and Megan K Gill (Director).
What does Frank and Mary Gill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.