The Renaissance Foundation
Accepts applications
The Renaissance Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.7 million in 228 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $405,501. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.7 million
- Number of grants228
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$405,501
- Assets$17.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.1 million the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.1 million | 242 | $21.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.7 million | 228 | $17.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Renaissance Foundation PO Box 80516, Portland, OR 97280 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 726-5970 |
| What to submit | *description of the project/program for which support is being requested including the number and the nature of the intended beneficiaries. *anticipated outcomes of the project/program. *details regarding how the recipient organization impacts its community/constituency. *a brief project/program budget including the amount being requested. *a roster of the board of directors *a narrative (no more than 3 pages) describing the organization's history and achievements. *an operating and project budget identifying the program or projects |
| Restrictions | Requests for capital expenses or contributions to capital campaigns are generally not considered. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Renaissance Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 36 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 63 | $2.6 million |
| Illinois | 32 | $859,752 |
| California | 25 | $248,795 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $128,500 |
| New York | 12 | $108,791 |
| Massachusetts | 12 | $105,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $87,500 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $72,500 |
| Washington | 9 | $57,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
Officers and trustees
- Irving J Levin
- Diana Hoff
- Stephanie J Fowler
Questions people ask
Does The Renaissance Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Renaissance Foundation give?
$4.7 million in tax year 2024, across 228 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Renaissance Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Irving J Levin (Chair & Director), Diana Hoff (President, Secretary & Director) and Stephanie J Fowler (Director).
What does The Renaissance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and science and research.