Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation
Accepts applications
Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $184,200 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$184,200
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $181,250 the year before.
41% 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 | $173,750 | 17 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $181,250 | 15 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $184,200 | 22 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William H Taylor 16396 SE 232nd Drive, Boring, OR 97089 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 658-6288 |
| What to submit | No Specific Form - Include all relevant information |
What Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 20 | $169,200 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon Foundation | Support State University - Higher Education | $25,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | Care & placement of stray animals | $25,000 |
| Park Academy | Support school for dyslexia children | $25,000 |
| Pil Hall of Fame | Scholarship fund for Portland high school athletes | $20,000 |
| Hopscotch Foundation | To provide healthy, nutritious snacks to students in low-income communities | $15,000 |
| University of Oregon Foundation | To support University Athletic's | $10,000 |
| Rex Putnam High School | Support high school athletics | $10,000 |
| Oregon State University Foundation | Support State University - higher education | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To support military members, first responders, and their families impacted by 9/11/2001 | $10,000 |
| Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon | Suport Organization to help control feral cat population | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provides spiritual & physical aid to hurting people - Ukranian War Relief | $5,000 |
| Dufur School | Support public school new program teaching children trades | $5,000 |
| OHSU Foundation | To support education in health & science innovation for improving health & well-being | $5,000 |
| Individual | House & feed low income people | $3,500 |
| Sunshine Division Portland Police B | Emergency food & clothing relief | $2,500 |
| Portland Rose Festival Foundation | Support Portland, Oregon civic events | $2,000 |
| Crooked River Roundup Foundation | Scholarships for education in ranching, farming & animal welfare | $1,200 |
| Providence Milwaukie Foundation | Provide health & wellness for the poor & vulnerable | $1,000 |
| Boring Oregon Foundation | To establish a community center in the Boring area | $1,000 |
| Mudd Nick Foundation | Provides learning experiences that stimulate children to aspire to their greatest potential | $1,000 |
| Individual | Provides reproductive healthcare, sex education, and community wellness for women | $1,000 |
| Individual | To ensure equal access to Music M.A.G.I.C. through musical instrument learning | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Taylor
- Katherine Taylor
- Jeff Mengis
Questions people ask
Does Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation give?
$184,200 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Taylor (President), Katherine Taylor (Director) and Jeff Mengis (Director).
What does Harold & Margaret Taylor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.