Maps Community Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Salem, Oregon. Founded in 2010, the foundation operates as a grantmaking organization focused on community development and social impact. The organization is affiliated with Maps Credit Union, which provides significant financial support to the foundation's operations.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$382K
-1.4% YoY
Grant Count
179
+7.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$2K
-8.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Maps Community Foundation focuses on expanding the scale of its give-back efforts through larger investments in significant community projects, including nonprofit capital campaigns and high-impact collaborative initiatives.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Reproductive Health
- Nonprofit Human Services
- Human and Social Service Grants
- Grants for Children
Grantmaking
The foundation is making larger investments in significant community projects as it expands its grantmaking efforts.
How to Apply
** Organizations interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to complete a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) form as the first step. The foundation aims to review all LOIs within 4-6 weeks and will notify organizations if they are invited to submit a full grant proposal.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Oregon, New York, and California, with particular emphasis on local Salem-area organizations and Polk County communities.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $4,350,000
- Total Giving: $382,406
- Revenue: $232,000
- Expenses: $421,000
- Total Liabilities: $6,730
Funding Source: Maps Credit Union provides substantial support to the foundation. In 2023, Maps Credit Union contributed $1,017,670 to Maps Community Foundation through a combination of mechanisms, including donations generated each time credit union members use the free community checking debit card, plus regular unrestricted contributions. These funds support college scholarships, teacher grants, and other community causes.
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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 2023
Grant Size Distribution
200 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2023 grants, the largest include Salem-keizer Career Technical Education Center ($50,000), Perrydale School District ($25,000), Liberty House ($25,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SALEM FREE CLINICS SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| GERVAIS COMMUNITY PROGRESS TEAM GERVAIS, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| GRACE HOUSE - WOMEN AT THE WELL SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| EQUITY SPLASH SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| ELLA CURRAN FOOD BANK INDEPENDENCE, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| THE TRANSFORMATIVE JUSTICE COMMUNITY SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| LIBERTY HOUSE SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| VETCARE SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| MID-VALLEY LITERACY CENTER SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
| CENTER FOR HOPE AND SAFETY (PAWS PROGRAM SALEM, OR | 17 GROUPS RECEIVED $1,000 EACH FOR THE WORK THEY DO IN THE COMMUNITY | $1,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIM HANSON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $128,443 |
| KATHY MOORE | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| JUDY BEEBE | VICE-CHAIR | 0.5 | — |
| JENN COLUMBUS | SECRETARY | 0.5 | — |
| SUE BLOOM | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| TOM MARKS | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| CHRIS GILES | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| MARK ZOOK | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Maps Community Foundation fund?
Maps Community Foundation focuses on expanding the scale of its give-back efforts through larger investments in significant community projects, including nonprofit capital campaigns and high-impact collaborative initiatives. Primary funding focus areas include: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Reproductive Health • Nonprofit Human Services • Human and Social Service Grants • Grants for Children
How do I apply for a grant from Maps Community Foundation?
**Grant Amounts:** Typical awards range from $41,000 to $50,000. **Application Process:** Organizations interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to complete a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) form as the first step. The foundation aims to review all LOIs within 4-6 weeks and will notify organizations if they are invited to submit a full grant proposal. **Recent Grants (2025):** • Wilsonville Community Sharing (food assistance and community resources) • Helping Hands Resources (clothing, beddin…
Where does Maps Community Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Oregon, New York, and California, with particular emphasis on local Salem-area organizations and Polk County communities.
What size grants does Maps Community Foundation award?
In 2023, Maps Community Foundation awarded 179 grants totaling $382K — an average of about $2K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Maps Community Foundation's EIN?
Maps Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-0705509. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
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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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