Wayne A Thackery Foundation
Accepts applications
Wayne A Thackery Foundation is a private foundation in Salem, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $163,295 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $12,100 and the largest $42,095. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$163,295
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$12,100
- Largest grant$42,095
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $143,500 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $145,070 | 9 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $143,500 | 14 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $163,295 | 11 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Alex Miller 7317 Caneberry CT NE, Keizer, OR 97303 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (971) 239-0967, alex@amcpapc.com |
| What to submit | Requests will be submitted on the foundation's form that requires the date, name of organization, who is submitting, contact info, description of organization, budget and sources of income, specific needs, goals and timeline for disbursements. |
| Deadlines | There are no specific deadlines for the foundation, first come first served. |
| Restrictions | There are no specific restrictions at this time |
What Wayne A Thackery Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 11 | $163,295 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valor Mentoring | Equip for young students | $42,095 |
| Eastern Oregon Youth for Christ | Youth programs | $25,000 |
| McMinnville Young Life | Youth programs | $25,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | Youth in action training | $19,600 |
| Mid Valley Young Life | Programs | $15,000 |
| Sports Outreach Northwest | Equipment for young people | $12,100 |
| Gracepointe Church | Childrens camps | $10,000 |
| Albany Young Life | Lunch clubs for youth | $5,000 |
| Camp Morrow | Horse camp for children | $5,000 |
| Cornerstone Baptist Church | Vacation bible school | $3,000 |
| New Harvest Church | Vacation bible school for kids | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne Thackery
- Henry Alex Miller
- John Sullivan
- Alivia Rochon
Questions people ask
Does Wayne A Thackery Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: There are no specific deadlines for the foundation, first come first served.
How much does Wayne A Thackery Foundation give?
$163,295 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $12,100.
Who runs Wayne A Thackery Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne Thackery (Founding Boa), Henry Alex Miller (Secretary), John Sullivan (President) and Alivia Rochon (Vice-Preside).
What does Wayne A Thackery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.