Tellumind Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tellumind Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $7,000. 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$60,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $58,000 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 16 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $60,500 | 18 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Tellumind 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 Tellumind Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 11 | $33,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $14,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Farestart | Social Services | $7,000 |
| Social Ventures Portland | Social Services | $7,000 |
| Social Venture Partners Seattle | Philanthropy | $7,000 |
| Oregon Harbor of Hope | Education | $6,000 |
| Global Partnerships | Social Services | $5,000 |
| South Carolina Coalition Against Do | Social Services | $5,000 |
| Second Wind Dreams | Empathetic care for the elderly | $5,000 |
| Ashesi University Foundation | Education | $4,000 |
| Social Venture Partnersintl | Philanthropy | $3,000 |
| Midcoast Sailing Center SKFF Youth | Education | $2,000 |
| Conservation Northwest | Conservation | $2,000 |
| Transitions Project | Assistance for military individuals | $1,500 |
| Climate Solutions | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Ministry of Hope | Youth Services | $1,000 |
| Pongo Poetry Project | Youth Services | $1,000 |
| Team Read Seattle | Education | $1,000 |
| Technology Access Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Worldreader | Philanthropy | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Lee Phaup
Questions people ask
Does Tellumind Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tellumind Foundation give?
$60,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Tellumind Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Lee Phaup (Trustee).
What does Tellumind Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.