Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund
Preselected recipients only
Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund is a private foundation in Bend, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.2 million in 165 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $366,950. 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$7.2 million
- Number of grants165
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$366,950
- Assets$152 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.1 million the year before.
64% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $7.7 million | 174 | $138 million |
| 2023 | $7.1 million | 164 | $145 million |
| 2024 | $7.2 million | 165 | $152 million |
How to apply
Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund 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 Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 141 | $6.6 million |
| Washington | 8 | $263,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $80,000 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $75,000 |
| Idaho | 3 | $60,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $31,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $21,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon Foundation | Program support | $366,950 |
| Providence Portland Medical Foundation | Capital and program support | $270,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest Washington | Capital campaign | $260,000 |
| Central Oregon Community College Foundation | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Columbia River Maritime Museum Inc | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Idanha-Detroit Fire District | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Willamette Falls Trust | Program support | $250,000 |
| Heart of Oregon Corps | Capital campaign | $212,896 |
| Albertina Kerr Centers Foundation | Program support | $200,000 |
| Lava Bear Youth Sports Foundation | Program support | $175,000 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Foundation | Capital campaign | $150,000 |
| Literary Arts Inc | Program support | $130,000 |
| Portland Art Museum | Capital campaign | $120,000 |
| Ashland Chamber of Commerce Foundation | Program support | $100,000 |
| Council on Aging of Central Oregon | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General operations | $100,000 |
| Evergreenhealth Monroe Foundation | Program support | $100,000 |
| Imbler Education Foundation | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Sisters of St Mary of Oregon Foundation | Tuition assistance | $100,000 |
| The Environmental Center | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Youth Villages | Program support | $100,000 |
| Oregon Junior Golf Fund Inc | Program support | $90,000 |
| Home Builders Foundation | Program support | $75,000 |
| Oregon Health & Science University Foundation (Ohsu) | Capital campaign | $75,000 |
| Park Academy | General operations | $75,000 |
| St Benedict Parish Aka St Benedict Catholic Church | Capital improvements and operations support | $70,000 |
| New Avenues for Youth | Program support | $60,000 |
| Portland Community College Foundation Inc | Capital campaign | $60,000 |
| Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity | Program support | $50,000 |
| Bird Alliance | Capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland | Program support | $50,000 |
| Catholic Community Services Foundation | Capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Central City Concern | Program support | $50,000 |
| Greater Than | Program support | $50,000 |
| Life Expanding Adventure Program (Leap) | Program support | $50,000 |
| Love Inc of Clackamas County | General operations | $50,000 |
| Maybelle Center | Program support | $50,000 |
| Mountainstar Family Relief Nursery | General operations | $50,000 |
| O'Hara Catholic School | Program support | $50,000 |
| Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon | General operations | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Monique M Sanvitale
- Clark C Munro
- Maurie M Munro
- Clark C Munro Jr
- Warner R Munro
- Gary Branden
- Gene D'autremont
- Janeen McAninch
Questions people ask
Does Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund give?
$7.2 million in tax year 2024, across 165 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Monique M Sanvitale (Board President), Clark C Munro (Board Chairman), Maurie M Munro (Board Secretary) and Clark C Munro Jr (Board Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.