Northwest Foundation (also known as NW Self Storage Foundation) is a private foundation based in Bend, Oregon. Established in 2014, it operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with a focus on supporting children, youth, and families in need.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$491K
-20.3% YoY
Grant Count
31
+14.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$16K
-30.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation funds initiatives in the following areas:
- Support for children and child abuse intervention
- Youth support and youth education
- Homeless shelter support
- Outdoor school programs
- Medical assistance
- Volunteer training for tutors
- Kids programs
Grantmaking
Average Grant
amount: $300–$400,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Oregon, with additional activity in California and Arizona.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $18,007,153
- Total revenues: $3,074,870
- Total grants and contributions: $2,600,000
- Total expenses: $623,354
- Total liabilities: $0
Year-over-year changes (2024 vs. 2023):
- Grants and contributions decreased 21.2% ($3,300,000 in 2023)
- Investment income and dividends: $468,919
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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 2024
Grant Size Distribution
130 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Kids Center ($122,500), Boys and Girls Club of Bend ($53,000), St Jude ($37,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AFAK NEW YORK, NY | SUPPORT FOR ABANDON CHILDREN IN MORROCO | $5,000 |
| ANERA WASHINGTON DC, DC | AIDE TO REFUGES IN PALESTINE, JORDAN AND LEBABON | $5,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BEND BEND, OR | SUPPORT CHILDREN | $53,000 |
| CAMP RAINBOW GOLD BOISE, ID | CAMP FOR CHILDREN DIAGNOSIST WITH CANCER | $5,000 |
| COGAP BEND, OR | PROVIDE PROBONO GUARDIANSHIP SERVICES TO CENTRAL OREGONIANS WITH LIMITED MEANS | $5,000 |
| FMSC TEMPE, AZ | FEEDING STARVING CHILDREN | $3,000 |
| FRESH START WOMEN PHOENIX, AZ | TRANSFORMS LIVES BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO WOMEN TO ACHEIVE SELF SUFFICIENCY | $10,000 |
| FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN CO BEND, OR | ASSISTANCE TO CHILDREN FACING MULTIPLE OBSTICALS | $25,000 |
| HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE YOUTH ORG LIVONIA, MI | SUPPORT YOUTH WITH HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE | $10,000 |
| INTIMACY ICU SEDONA, AZ | SUPPORT CRITICAL CARE UNITS PATIENTS RIGHTS | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Tara Mortenson: Listed as contact person for the foundation
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TARA MORTENSON | PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| KEVIN HOWARD | VP | 1 | — |
| DAWN TANGEVALD | SEC | 1 | — |
Contact Information
- Website: NWSSFOUNDATION.COM
- Address: 61000 Bachelor View Rd, Bend, OR 97702-9092
- Phone: 971-236-9505
- EIN: 46-3224756
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Northwest Foundation fund?
The foundation funds initiatives in the following areas: • Support for children and child abuse intervention • Youth support and youth education • Homeless shelter support • Outdoor school programs • Medical assistance • Volunteer training for tutors • Kids programs
How do I apply for a grant from Northwest Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 35 grants in 2024 • Total giving in 2024: $490,800 • Average grant amount: $300–$400,000 • Median grant amount: Not specified in available data **Recent Grantees (2024):** • Klamath Kid Center: $122,500 (Support Child Abuse Intervention Center) • Boys and Girls Clubs of Bend: $53,000 (Support Children) • Friends of the Children–Central Oregon: $25,000 (Assistance to Children Facing Multiple Obstacles) • Red Cross–Oregon Fires (mentioned as grantee)
Where does Northwest Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Oregon, with additional activity in California and Arizona.
What size grants does Northwest Foundation award?
In 2024, Northwest Foundation awarded 31 grants totaling $491K — an average of about $16K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Northwest Foundation's EIN?
Northwest Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3224756. 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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