Orcasong Institute
Preselected recipients only
Orcasong Institute is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,750 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$90,750
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$634,175
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,179 the year before.
44% 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 | $71,000 | 3 | $765,237 |
| 2023 | $85,179 | 8 | $705,376 |
| 2024 | $90,750 | 9 | $634,175 |
How to apply
Orcasong Institute 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 Orcasong Institute funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $40,250 |
| Washington | 3 | $30,500 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sage | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival | General operating support | $17,000 |
| Orcas Island Film Festival | General operating support | $12,500 |
| Coachella Valley Repertory | General operating support | $10,000 |
| The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Palm Springs International Piano Competition | 2025 international piano competition & school concerts | $10,000 |
| Palm Springs Sunup Rotary Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Orcas Animal Protection Society | General operating support | $1,000 |
| California Lodge No 1 Independent Order of Odd Fellows | General operating support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Dotlich
- Neal Douglas Elwood
- Brenda Hemingway
- Katherine Knecht
Questions people ask
Does Orcasong Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Orcasong Institute give?
$90,750 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Orcasong Institute?
Its 2024 filing lists David L Dotlich (President/Chair/Director), Neal Douglas Elwood (Director), Brenda Hemingway (Director) and Katherine Knecht (Director).
What does Orcasong Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.