Chiles Foundation
The Chiles Foundation is a private family foundation incorporated in 1949 in Oregon and headquartered in Portland, OR. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and has been tax-exempt since March 1951.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.3M
-20.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$334K
-94.8% YoY
Grant Count
10
+11.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$33K
-95.3% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Chiles Foundation reported a distributable amount of $520K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Chiles Foundation intentionally funds solutions to poverty that are engineered to work on a person-by-person basis. The foundation prioritizes projects that combine effectiveness with a deeply personal touch, focusing on helping individuals move out of poverty through direct services and support.
Grantmaking
Based on the most recent fiscal year data (2023), the foundation distributed $6,437,750 in total giving. The foundation supports a range of initiatives, including transitional housing and homeless services. Notable examples include funding for Chiles House, a 27-unit transitional apartment building constructed in 2022 next to Catholic Charities of Oregon's headquarters, which features trauma-informed design elements.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation operates primarily in Oregon, with a particular focus on the Portland area.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of fiscal year 2023:
- Total Assets: $11,637,246
- Total Giving: $6,437,750
- Total Revenue: $569,000
- Total Expenses: $8,110,000
- Total Liabilities: $2,120,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,272,253 | $11,637,246 | $18,177,834 |
| Revenue | $1,989,588 | $568,644 | $15,369 |
| Expenses | $9,820,879 | $8,105,809 | $1,437,278 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $539,165 | $6,632,888 | $693,184 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,252,872 | $293,028 | $8,289 |
| Distributable Amount | $520,268 | $814,665 | $955,752 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
52 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Boston 4 Celebrations Foundation Inc ($100,000), Carmelite Monastery of Carmel Ca ($100,000), Sage - Senior Advocates for Generational Equity Inc ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OREGON CONSULAR CORPS SCHOLARSHIP FUND PORTLAND, OR | 2024 CELEBRATE TRADE GALA | $2,750 |
| SAGE - SENIOR ADVOCATES FOR GENERATIONAL EQUITY INC PORTLAND, OR | SUPPORT FOR SAGE MENTOR PROGRAM 2025/2026 AND 2026/2027 ACADEMIC YEARS | $30,000 |
| BOSTON 4 CELEBRATIONS FOUNDATION INC BOSTON, MA | SUPPORT FOR BOSTON POPS JULY 4 SPECTACULAR IN 2024, 2025 AND 2026 | $100,000 |
| CARMELITE MONASTERY OF CARMEL CA CARMELBYTHESEA, CA | AREA OF GREATEST NEED | $100,000 |
| FRIENDLY HOUSE INC PORTLAND, OR | OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THE FRIENDLY HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTER | $20,000 |
| GERMAINE'S CULINARY INC PORTLAND, OR | PILOT PROJECT - NOURISH AND FLOURISH KITCHEN | $10,750 |
| NATIONAL SANCTUARY OF OUR SORROWFUL MOTHER THE GROTTO PORTLAND, OR | 2024 VISITOR INTERPRETIVE CENTER UPDATE | $30,000 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH AND SCHOOL PORTLAND, OR | UPDATING THE SCHOOL AND PARISH OFFICES. PART OF HONORING OUR PAST, BUILDING OUR FUTURE CAMPAIGN | $25,000 |
| OREGON COAST AQUARIUM NEWPORT, OR | AQUARIUM FUND FOR FOSTER FAMILIES 2023-2024 SEASON | $5,000 |
| OREGON HISTORICAL SOCIETY PORTLAND, OR | TO SUPPORT EXPANSION OF THE VOLUNTEER EDUCATOR PROGRAM AND TO CREATE A NEW LEARNING GUIDE | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Kristi Richards serves as Executive Director of the Chiles Foundation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRISTI RICHARDS | DIRECTOR/TRUSTEE | 40 | $135,820 |
| PEDRO GARCIA | TRUSTEE | 5 | $24,000 |
| J KENNETH MENGES JR | TRUSTEE | 5 | $24,000 |
| FLO NEWTON MERLO | TRUSTEE | 5 | $24,000 |
| RYAN ROTH GALLO | TRUSTEE | 5 | $24,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In October 2023, the Chiles Foundation announced a $5 million gift to support building improvements for the University of Portland's Chiles Center, a 4,852-seat athletic facility.
Chiles Foundation Announces $5 Million Gift to Support Building Improvements\Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chiles Foundation fund?
The Chiles Foundation intentionally funds solutions to poverty that are engineered to work on a person-by-person basis. The foundation prioritizes projects that combine effectiveness with a deeply personal touch, focusing on helping individuals move out of poverty through direct services and support.
How do I apply for a grant from Chiles Foundation?
Based on the most recent fiscal year data (2023), the foundation distributed $6,437,750 in total giving. The foundation supports a range of initiatives, including transitional housing and homeless services. Notable examples include funding for Chiles House, a 27-unit transitional apartment building constructed in 2022 next to Catholic Charities of Oregon's headquarters, which features trauma-informed design elements.
Where does Chiles Foundation make grants?
The foundation operates primarily in Oregon, with a particular focus on the Portland area.
What size grants does Chiles Foundation award?
In 2024, Chiles Foundation awarded 10 grants totaling $334K — an average of about $33K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Chiles Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Chiles Foundation reported a distributable amount of $520K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Chiles Foundation's EIN?
Chiles Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-6031125. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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