Pamplin Christian Foundation
Pamplin Christian Foundation is a private foundation based in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It supports and advances evangelical Christianity through contributions to charitable organizations.
Pamplin Christian Foundation at a glance
In short: Pamplin Christian Foundation gave $121K across 13 grants in 2023 (avg $9K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $120,600
- -33.6% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 13
- -13.3% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $9,277
- -23.3% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $6,000
- Total assets
- $5,839,309
- +0.0% vs 2022
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Pamplin Christian Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 548, Lake Oswego, OR 97034-0248
Phone: (503) 248-1133
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pamplin Christian Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Pamplin Foundation ($121K across 13 grants).
Grant Size Distribution
34 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 32 grants of 34 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All reported grant dollars in 2023 went to recipients in Oregon.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Pamplin Christian Foundation gives
- Giving fell 85% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out 50% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $121K (2023) to $822K (2020). In 2023 it made 13 grants totaling $121K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $29,000 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $15,000 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $15,000 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $15,000 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $12,100 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $10,000 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $6,000 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $4,500 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $4,500 |
| Pamplin Foundation Lake Oswego, OR | Educational Grant | $3,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,839,309 | $123,111 | $120,917 | $120,600 | 13 | $120,600 | $123,111 | $240,154 |
| 2022 | $5,837,115 | $167,206 | $185,298 | $181,500 | 15 | $181,500 | $167,206 | $239,932 |
| 2021 | $5,855,207 | $206,831 | $207,056 | $204,500 | 3 | $204,500 | $206,511 | $239,211 |
| 2020 | $5,855,432 | $199,180 | $824,973 | $822,000 | 3 | — | $199,180 | $249,963 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pamplin Christian Foundation reported a distributable amount of $240K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that its contributions support and advance evangelical Christianity. Its 2023 grants were reported as educational grants to the Pamplin Foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation gave 13 grants totaling $120,600. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $29,000, with a median of $6,000. The largest reported grants included $29,000, three grants of $15,000 each, and $12,100, all to the Pamplin Foundation for educational grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Robert B. Pamplin Jr. as trustee.
Pamplin Christian Foundation is led by Robert B. Pamplin Jr., Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Robert B. Pamplin Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Pamplin Christian Foundation
How much does Pamplin Christian Foundation give each year?
Pamplin Christian Foundation gave $121K across 13 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $182K across 15 grants.
What is Pamplin Christian Foundation's typical grant size?
Pamplin Christian Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $6,000, and its average grant was $9,277, across 13 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Pamplin Christian Foundation give grants?
Pamplin Christian Foundation gives mostly in Oregon: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Lake Oswego, OR (13 grants).
Does Pamplin Christian Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on Pamplin Christian Foundation's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Educational Grant" (13 grants).
How large is Pamplin Christian Foundation?
Pamplin Christian Foundation reported $5.8M in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $121K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $240K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Pamplin Christian Foundation fund?
The foundation states that its contributions support and advance evangelical Christianity. Its 2023 grants were reported as educational grants to the Pamplin Foundation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pamplin Christian Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Pamplin Christian Foundation's EIN?
Pamplin Christian Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1188785. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Does Pamplin Christian Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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