The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,500. 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$43,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$941,841
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,611 the year before.
50% 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 | $37,700 | 23 | $731,135 |
| 2024 | $37,611 | 24 | $719,268 |
| 2025 | $43,000 | 30 | $941,841 |
How to apply
The Horstkotte Family Charitable 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 The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 20 | $28,700 |
| New York | 2 | $4,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,800 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,500 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support for mortgage- free housing for gold star and fallen first responder families. | $3,500 |
| Jesuit High School | Education | $3,000 |
| St Andrew Nativity School | Education | $2,500 |
| Youth Villages | Helps children & families live successfully | $2,500 |
| Portland Art Museum | Education | $2,500 |
| US Ski Snowboard Foundation | Encourage and support athletes | $2,500 |
| Hoyt Arboretum Friends | General support grant | $2,500 |
| Pacific Northwest Ski Association | Support grant | $2,500 |
| Oregon Historical Society | Support grant | $2,000 |
| The Portland Garden Club | Education | $1,500 |
| Mt Hood Cultural Center Museum | Local history education | $1,500 |
| Oregon Zoo Foundation | Wildlife education | $1,200 |
| Oregon Wildlife Heritage Foundation | Funding of statewide conservation | $1,000 |
| Aopa Foundation Inc | Education | $1,000 |
| Blanchet House | Meals, housing, and addiction programs for homeless people | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Low income support | $1,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Meals, care & recovery for homeless | $1,000 |
| Friends of Timberline | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | General support grant | $1,000 |
| ONE22 Resource Center | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Hole Food Rescue | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Ashland Community Food Bank | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Read 718 Inc | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Mt Vernon Ladies Assoc of the Union | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Sam Day Foundation | General support grant | $500 |
| Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation | Support grant | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Support grant | $500 |
| Friends of Wa Park Zoo Railway | Support grant | $500 |
| Pnwsef - Pacific NW Ski Education F | Ski education | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- David Horstkotte
- Joyce Woodring
Questions people ask
Does The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation give?
$43,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Horstkotte (Trustee) and Joyce Woodring (Trustee).
What does The Horstkotte Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.