Bam Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Bam Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vancouver, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,100 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $9,550 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$19,100
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$9,550
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $19,100 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Heather Van Meter 3806 SE 183rd Ct, Vancouver, WA 98683 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 522-2158, hjvanmeter@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Grant application on form provided by charity. |
| Deadlines | ongoing |
| Restrictions | women and children in need of assistance, preference given to those from Salem-Keizer area and/or survivors of domestic abuse or serious medical conditions. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $19,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Grant of Aid for Emergency Moving Cost | $10,000 |
| Kyra and Shannon Norstrom | Grant of Aid Rent Assistance | $9,100 |
Officers and trustees
- Heather Van Meter
- Amelia Thorp
- Beatrice Thorp
Questions people ask
Does Bam Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: ongoing.
How much does Bam Family Foundation give?
$19,100 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $9,550.
Who runs Bam Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Heather Van Meter (Director), Amelia Thorp (Director) and Beatrice Thorp (Director).