VC Fund
Accepts applications
VC Fund is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $731,634 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $152,317. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$731,634
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$152,317
- Assets$0
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $690,000 the year before.
47% 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 | $630,288 | 28 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $690,000 | 26 | $746,928 |
| 2025 | $731,634 | 26 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Barbara Deeming 7560 SW 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97223 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 706-8854 |
| What to submit | Written grant application and supplemental information as deemed necessary. |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted at any time. |
| Restrictions | Must be a public charity. |
What VC Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 15 | $321,817 |
| California | 7 | $234,067 |
| Washington | 1 | $150,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $12,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $12,500 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Churc | General Support | $152,317 |
| New Heights Church | general support | $150,000 |
| ALS Association of Oregon and SW Wa | Provide support to people with ALS | $88,000 |
| Ovarian Cancer of OR SW WA | General Support | $42,317 |
| Family Promise of Tualatin Valley | General Support | $30,000 |
| La Salle Catholic College Prepatory | General Support | $30,000 |
| Individual | Provide support to court appointed special advocates of foster children. | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity East Bay | General Support | $20,000 |
| Hull Foundation | General Support | $20,000 |
| Meals On Wheels of Contra Costa | general support | $20,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $17,000 |
| Altadena United Methodist Church | general support | $15,000 |
| Individual | general support | $15,000 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Church | general support | $15,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $14,000 |
| Individual | General Support | $12,500 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General Support | $12,500 |
| West Hills Christian School | Provide support for christian education. | $10,000 |
| Oaasis | General Support | $10,000 |
| Refit | General Support | $10,000 |
| Desert Chapel Church Palm Springs | general support | $10,000 |
| St Juan Diego Parish | general support | $10,000 |
| Compassion Ministries | general support | $5,000 |
| Life Pacific University | general support | $1,750 |
| Individual | general support | $750 |
| Individual | general support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl H Cadonau JR
- Barbara Deeming
- Anita J Cadonau-Huseby
Questions people ask
Does VC Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted at any time.
How much does VC Fund give?
$731,634 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs VC Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Carl H Cadonau JR (Trustee), Barbara Deeming (Trustee) and Anita J Cadonau-Huseby (Trustee).
What does VC Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.