Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation is a private foundation in Ashland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,673 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $262 and the largest $1,250. 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$4,673
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$262
- Largest grant$1,250
- Assets$92,516
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,287 the year before.
80% 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 | $4,849 | 7 | $95,220 |
| 2024 | $5,287 | 7 | $93,408 |
| 2025 | $4,673 | 10 | $92,516 |
How to apply
Jim Teece And Dena Mathews 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 10 | $4,673 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Shakespear Festival | General Funds | $1,250 |
| Southern Oregon University Foundation | General Funds | $1,000 |
| Oregon State University Foundation | Forestry Department | $500 |
| Oregon Ag in the classroom | General Funds | $400 |
| Rogue Community Cat Rescue | General Funds | $266 |
| Ashland Schools Foundation | Ashland Schools Foundation | $257 |
| Crater High School FNRL Society Forest & Natural Resources Leadership | General Fund | $250 |
| Harrisburg High School Ag Program | General Funds | $250 |
| Parker House Project | General Funds | $250 |
| Ashland YMCA | Scholarship | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Teece
- Dena Matthews
- Teague Teece Davidson
- Quinn Teece
Questions people ask
Does Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation give?
$4,673 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $262.
Who runs Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James E Teece (President), Dena Matthews (Secretary), Teague Teece Davidson (Director) and Quinn Teece (Director).
What does Jim Teece And Dena Mathews Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.