John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $203,093 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $23,000. 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$203,093
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $172,749 the year before.
50% 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 | $76,450 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $172,749 | 19 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $203,093 | 22 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
John J and Lois A Tennant 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 John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8 | $76,825 |
| Oregon | 7 | $53,208 |
| California | 3 | $33,060 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SPCA Monterey County | Support | $23,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Wa | Support | $20,100 |
| Lakeshore Foundation | Support | $15,000 |
| Transitional Youth | Support | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Childern SW Washington | Support | $10,600 |
| Forward Edge Int'l | Support | $10,000 |
| Nat'l Resturant Assoc Ed Fdn | Support | $10,000 |
| NW Athletic Blind Association | Support | $10,000 |
| Read NW | Support | $10,000 |
| Safe House of the Desert | Support | $10,000 |
| Seton Catholic Hs | Support | $10,000 |
| Young America Found | Support | $10,000 |
| Vancouver Symphony | Support | $9,700 |
| Mike & Adele Charitable Fund | Support | $9,000 |
| St Mary's Home for Boys | Support | $8,508 |
| First Image | Support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Estacada Coummunity Center Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of SW Washington | Support | $5,000 |
| Jane Gaspero Memorial Library for Children | Support | $5,000 |
| Vancouver Women's Foundation | Support | $2,025 |
| Deputy Sheriff Assoc Monterey County | Support | $100 |
| Del Monte Forest Property Owners | Support | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Tennant Jr
- Lois A Tennant
Questions people ask
Does John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation give?
$203,093 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Tennant Jr (President) and Lois A Tennant (Secretary).
What does John J and Lois A Tennant Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and animals.