Portland Actors Conservatory
Prior to ceasing operations in december, 2025, the conservatory provided rigorous training that engaged the mind and the heart of the artist while cultivating a spirit of lifelong investment in the arts.
Portland Actors Conservatory at a glance
In short: Portland Actors Conservatory gave $50K across 2 grants in 2026 (avg $25K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $50,252
- Grants made (2026)
- 2
- Average grant
- $25,126
- Median grant
- $25,126
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who Portland Actors Conservatory funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Kickstand Comedy ($25K). Together the top 2 received $50K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2026 it made 2 grants totaling $50K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kickstand Comedy Portland, OR | Program Support | $25,126 |
| Portland Experimental Theatre Portland, OR | Program Support | $25,126 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | $20,990 | $244,107 | $50,252 | 2 | $5,564 |
| 2025 | $227,498 | $454,405 | $476,939 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | $288,947 | $445,559 | $481,355 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $236,345 | $433,940 | $531,304 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $344,340 | $442,808 | $565,036 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $638,521 | $619,939 | $523,777 | — | — | — |
About Portland Actors Conservatory
Based on IRS filings
Portland Actors Conservatory is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Happy Valley, OR. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. In 2026, it awarded 2 grants totaling $50K. Net investment income was $6K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Portland Actors Conservatory is led by Kerie Darner, Chair since 2026 (on filings since 2022); 2 of 10 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Kerie Darner
Chair
Board Member → Chairman, 2023
Chairman → Chair, 2026
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Erin Caron
Academic Director
On filings since 2025
40 hrs/week
$58K (2025) → $65K (2026)
Michael Mendelsen
Artistic Director
Mg Artistic Director → Artistic Director, 2026
On filings since 2025
40 hrs/week
$73K (2025) → $49K (2026)
Janet Stinson
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kelley Marchant
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Margie Boule
Board Member
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Grant Byington
Board Member
On filings since 2025
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Knowles
Board Member
On filings since 2025
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William Futterman
Board Member
On filings since 2025
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shari Harris
Treasurer
New on the 2026 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Marty Hughley (2023–2025) — Board Member
- Former: Shari Moore (2023–2025) — Treasurer
- Former: Beth Harper (2021–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Milt Dennison (2021–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Catherine Quoyeser (2024) — Board Member
- Former: Beth Rubin (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Nancy Anderson (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Clair McLnerney (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Iris Jane Robinson (2021) — Co-Chairperson
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $65K, to Erin Caron (Academic DIR.). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Portland Actors Conservatory
How much does Portland Actors Conservatory give each year?
Portland Actors Conservatory gave $50K across 2 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990.
What is Portland Actors Conservatory?
Portland Actors Conservatory is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Happy Valley, OR.
Where does Portland Actors Conservatory operate?
Portland Actors Conservatory has awarded grants in Oregon.
What is Portland Actors Conservatory's EIN?
Portland Actors Conservatory's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-0966422. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 23, 2026)
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