Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin
The Klamath Community Foundation, based in Klamath Falls, Oregon, is a public charity formed in 2007. It works with donors to establish charitable funds and makes grants intended to strengthen programs and enhance quality of life in the Klamath Falls and greater Klamath Basin region.
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin at a glance
In short: Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin gave $53K across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in Oregon. 38% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $53,212
- -74.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- +45.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,326
- -82.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,263
- Total assets
- $9,787,787
- +10.4% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 38% first-time grantees (6 of 16, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1903, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Phone: (541) 314-4438
Website: https://klamathcommunityfoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin
Who Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was First Presbyterian Church ($19K). Together the top 10 received $48K.
Grant Size Distribution
47 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 44 grants of 47 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s stated mission serves Klamath Falls and the greater Klamath Basin. All reported 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Oregon, including organizations in Klamath Falls, Bonanza, and Portland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin open to new grantees?
38%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 16 grantees (38%) were first-time recipients. With only 16 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $4K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $39K (2021) to $205K (2023). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $53K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $19,252 |
| Smart Reading Portland, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $9,817 |
| Klamath Ice Sports Inc Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $5,683 |
| Ragland Rife Foundation Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $3,302 |
| Bill Scholtes Sportsman's Park Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $3,150 |
| Favell Museum Inc Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $1,628 |
| Koss Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $1,500 |
| Sky Lakes Medical Center Foundation Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $1,500 |
| Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $1,026 |
| Pregnancy Hope Center Klamath Falls, OR | Purpose of the grant was to provide the non profit organization with support for their own program | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,787,787 | $347,880 | $155,451 | $53,212 | 16 | $244,723 |
| 2023 | $8,866,151 | $363,053 | $447,099 | $204,608 | 11 | $218,584 |
| 2022 | $8,223,658 | $448,753 | $313,139 | $133,500 | 4 | $151,821 |
| 2021 | $9,024,699 | $517,874 | $161,495 | $39,105 | 4 | $120,617 |
| 2020 | $8,310,569 | $5,231,559 | $204,947 | $72,100 | 12 | $45,901 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to serve Klamath Falls and the greater Klamath Basin by providing grants and designated funds to strengthen existing and potential programs and enhance quality of life for families and residents.
Its filing describes donor-designated and donor-advised funds supporting charitable purposes that include youth reading, women’s and children’s issues, education, youth and adult sports, and medical services. Recent grantees illustrate some of the organizations supported: SMART Reading says its mission is to spark joy and opportunity through shared books; Klamath Ice Sports operates an outdoor skating facility for youth recreation and public benefit; and Sky Lakes Medical Center Foundation raises and stewards funds to advance the medical center’s mission. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own work.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 16 grants totaling $53,212. Grant amounts ranged from $485 to $19,252, with a median of $1,263. Its largest reported grants included $19,252 to First Presbyterian Church in Klamath Falls, $9,817 to SMART Reading in Portland, and $5,683 to Klamath Ice Sports in Klamath Falls. The filing describes the purpose of these grants as support for the recipient organizations’ own programs.
Other reported recipients included Ragland Rife Foundation ($3,302), Bill Scholtes Sportsman’s Park ($3,150), Favell Museum ($1,628), KOSS ($1,500), Sky Lakes Medical Center Foundation ($1,500), Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank ($1,026), Pregnancy Hope Center ($1,000), Klamath Falls Gospel Mission ($1,000), and Bonanza Cares ($1,000). The filing’s general description says grantmaking follows the criteria in the relevant fund agreements. The foundation’s grants page describes a grant initiative supporting local nonprofit organizations in areas including health services, education, community development, and the arts.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ann Cavanaugh as president, Barney Simonsen as vice president, Robert Kingzett as secretary, Andy Peterson as treasurer, and Heidi Biggs as executive director. It also lists Jean Pinniger, Joan Staunton, Joanne Carson, and Don Boyd as directors.
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin is led by Heidi Biggs, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 1 of 9 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Heidi Biggs
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
20 hrs/week
$35K (2022) → $35K (2024)
Ann Cavanaugh
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Don Boyd
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jean Pinniger
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joan Staunton
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joanne Carson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andy Peterson
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Barney Simonsen
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Kingzett
Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Nancy Wendt (2020–2023) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $35K, to Heidi Biggs (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin
How much does Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin give each year?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin gave $53K across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $205K across 11 grants.
What is Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's typical grant size?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's median grant in 2024 was $1,263, and its average grant was $3,326, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Organizations receiving their first grant from Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin that year got $2K on average.
Where does Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin give grants?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin gives mostly in Oregon: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Klamath Falls, OR (12 grants).
Does Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's 2024 IRS Form 990 filing were described as general or operating support.
Who are Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's largest grantees?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's largest 2024 grantees include First Presbyterian Church ($19,252), Smart Reading ($9,817) and Klamath Ice Sports Inc ($5,683), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 65% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin reported $9.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $348K.
What does Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin fund?
The organization states that its mission is to serve Klamath Falls and the greater Klamath Basin by providing grants and designated funds to strengthen existing and potential programs and enhance quality of life for families and residents. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check klamathcommunityfoundation.com for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's EIN?
Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-5502851. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Community Foundation of the Klamathbasin funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 23, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/community-foundation-of-the-klamathbasin-morg_14d5be04965f479f862f33ae0e408afe
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