Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.0 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$8.0 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $994,640 the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $994,640 | 51 | $22.7 million |
| 2024 | $8.0 million | 27 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
Lee H & Marion B Thompson 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 Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 25 | $6.0 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Washington | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blosser Center for Dyslexia | Tutoring program for dyslexic children | $1.1 million |
| Ducks Unlimited | Wetlands preservation | $1.0 million |
| Gate Youth Association | Education / mentorship / community center | $1.0 million |
| Providence Hospital Foundation | Build new emergency foom | $1.0 million |
| The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding | Trades school boat building education | $1.0 million |
| Ella Curran Food Bank - Independence | Building a food bank facility | $500,000 |
| FFA Oregon | Youth leadership in farming | $500,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Conservation | $275,000 |
| Opal Creek Anvient Forest Center | Forrest recovery from forest fire | $250,000 |
| Candlelighters for Children With Cancer | Family wraparound services/cancer | $150,000 |
| Tualatin River Keepers | Conservation and environment | $130,000 |
| Willamette Riverkeeper | Conservation and envioronment | $130,000 |
| Blanchet House | Homeless services | $106,112 |
| Albertina Kerr | Support community mental health | $100,000 |
| Bird Alliance of Oregonaudobon | Conservation | $100,000 |
| Dogs for Better Lives | Dog training support services | $100,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Dog training support services | $100,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | Animal welfare | $100,000 |
| Oregon Public Broadcasting | News and education | $100,000 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | Homeless and addiction services | $90,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Homeless services | $90,000 |
| Adelante Mujeres | Latino community farming business | $40,000 |
| Central Cultural | Culture center/various | $40,000 |
| Tualatin Food Pantry | Food bank | $25,000 |
| Sherwood Helping Hands Food Pantry | Food bank | $15,000 |
| Agfest | Agriculture festival/education | $10,000 |
| Burns Youth Correction | Youth correctional facility | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- M'chelene Shull
- Dan Ford
- Chris Schull
Questions people ask
Does Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation give?
$8.0 million in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists M'chelene Shull (President), Dan Ford (Secretary/Treasure) and Chris Schull (Board Member).
What does Lee H & Marion B Thompson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.