OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation
The OCF Joseph E. Weston Public Foundation is a supporting organization of The Oregon Community Foundation, established in 1991 by Joseph E. Weston. Based in Portland, Oregon, the Foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to grantmaking and scholarship distribution across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$637.5M
+13.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$23.3M
+11.4% YoY
Grant Count
531
+4.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$44K
+6.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's mission is to improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy, aligned with The Oregon Community Foundation's broader mission.
The Foundation specifically targets grants and scholarships to support:
- Children
- The working poor
- People with disabilities
- Senior citizens
- The homeless
The Foundation also awards scholarships to students at Oregon private elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as students at Oregon private and public colleges.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Foundation awarded grants to 541 organizations, with 649 elementary and middle/high school students receiving scholarships and 438 college students receiving scholarships.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation funds across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $637,514,988
- Total Revenue: $10,443,937
- Total Expenses: $27,134,341
- Total Giving: $25,197,858
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $560,000,000
- Total Revenue: $10,400,000
- Total Expenses: $25,800,000
The Foundation has passed the $225 million milestone in cumulative giving.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $637,514,988 | $559,817,715 | $573,347,552 |
| Revenue | $10,443,937 | $10,403,560 | $42,101,956 |
| Expenses | $27,134,341 | $25,785,980 | $26,428,672 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $-959,447 | $20,299 | $2,683 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Archdiocese of Portland ($3,487,608), Blanchet Catholic School ($227,750), Albertina Kerr Centers ($172,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 211info Portland, OR | Human Services | $23,500 |
| A Family For Every Child Eugene, OR | Child Welfare | $37,000 |
| A Village for One Oregon City, OR | Mental Health and Substance Abuse | $21,500 |
| Abbey Foundation of Oregon St Benedict, OR | Religion | $12,000 |
| ACCESS Medford, OR | Housing | $11,000 |
| Adelante Mujeres Forest Grove, OR | Economic Development | $11,000 |
| Albertina Kerr Centers Portland, OR | Mental Health and Substance Abuse | $172,500 |
| Albina Head Start Portland, OR | Early Childhood | $16,000 |
| All Hands Raised Portland, OR | K12 Education | $16,000 |
| All Saints Parish St Vincent de Paul Conference Portland, OR | Human Services | $17,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The Foundation is governed by a nine-member board of trustees.
Michael R. Oreste serves as Senior Program Officer, Donor Impact.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Passadore | Secretary/Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Joseph E Weston | President | 1 | — |
| Kathleen Cornett | Vice President | 1 | — |
| D Allen Bauman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Jeffrey Weston | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Lisa Mensah | Trustee (AS OF DECEMBER 2024) | 1 | — |
| Max Williams | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Sue Miller | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Tiffany Weston-Mork | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Tom Fink | TRUSTEE (UNTIL DECEMBER 2024) | 1 | — |
| Erica D Daley | Assistant Secretary/ Assistant Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Ray Klinke | Assistant Secretary/ Assistant Treasurer | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation recently created a new grant application and updated its application process, with the annual application window opening July 1 through September 1.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation fund?
The Foundation's mission is to improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy, aligned with The Oregon Community Foundation's broader mission. The Foundation specifically targets grants and scholarships to support: • Children • The working poor • People with disabilities • Senior citizens • The homeless The Foundation also awards scholarships to students at Oregon private elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as students at Oregon private and public colleges.
How do I apply for a grant from OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** In 2024, the Foundation awarded grants to 541 organizations, with 649 elementary and middle/high school students receiving scholarships and 438 college students receiving scholarships. In 2022, the Foundation granted funds to 530 organizations and awarded scholarships to 576 elementary, middle, and high school students and 421 college students. **Application Process:** • Annual application window: July 1 through September 1 • Applications are reviewed in the fall with board …
Where does OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation make grants?
The Foundation funds across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
What size grants does OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation award?
In 2024, OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation awarded 531 grants totaling $23.3M — an average of about $44K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation's EIN?
OCF Joseph E Weston Public Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1046399. 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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