Mrballen Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Mrballen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $359,624 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $67,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$359,624
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$67,500
- Assets$51,997
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $419,286 the year before.
83% 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 | $732,682 | 1 | $28,150 |
| 2024 | $419,286 | 1 | $263,724 |
| 2025 | $359,624 | 7 | $51,997 |
How to apply
| Contact | Laurie Gift Harris PO Box 23055, Portland, OR 97281 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (971) 202-0098, grants@mrballen.foundation |
| What to submit | Apply online at mrballen.foundation. Fill out the honor grant inquiry form in its entirety. Attaching your IRS determination letter and a budget summary for the project you are requesting funds for. |
| Restrictions | The honor grants can be used for a wide range of projects or programs. To qualify, your organization must provide services to victims and/or victims' families or heinous, egregious, and/or accidental death or dismemberment. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $67,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $55,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $45,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Love is Greater than Hate Proje | Assistance to victims of crime | $67,500 |
| End Violence Against Women Internat | Assistance to victims of crime | $50,000 |
| A21 USA Inc | Assistance to victims of crime | $25,000 |
| Child Brmt of Sth Tx | Assistance to victims of crime | $20,000 |
| FamilyJusticeCenterFmPeaceCtrofWash | Assistance to victims of crime | $10,000 |
| Individual | Assistance to victims of crime | $10,000 |
| Victims Support Services | Assistance to victims of crime | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Allen
- Laurie Gift Harris
- Amanda Allen
Questions people ask
Does Mrballen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Mrballen Foundation Inc give?
$359,624 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Mrballen Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John Allen (President), Laurie Gift Harris (Executive Dir.) and Amanda Allen (Secretary).