Steven McGeady Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steven McGeady Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,524 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,824. 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$120,524
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,824
- Assets$860,844
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,200 the year before.
60% 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 | $95,550 | 8 | $910,720 |
| 2024 | $106,200 | 7 | $858,074 |
| 2025 | $120,524 | 9 | $860,844 |
How to apply
Steven McGeady 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Steven McGeady Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 9 | $120,524 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Art Museum | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $70,824 |
| Nothwest Academy | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $20,000 |
| Library Foundation | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| CPF - Thompson Elk Comic | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| Omsi | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $2,500 |
| Individual | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $1,200 |
| Individual | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $500 |
| Individual | Funds to Accomplish Its Charitable Purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven McGeady
- Linda McGeady
Questions people ask
Does Steven McGeady Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven McGeady Foundation give?
$120,524 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Steven McGeady Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven McGeady (Director) and Linda McGeady (Director).
What does Steven McGeady Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.