RMF Foundation
RMF Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in Beaverton, Oregon. Founded in 2014 by Ryan Finley, co-founder of SurveyMonkey, and his wife Mary Finley, the foundation operates as a family-led philanthropic organization focused on strategic, high-impact giving to charitable organizations primarily in the Pacific Northwest region.
Key facts about RMF Foundation
- EIN
- 80-0875249
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,688,938
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- Average grant
- $80,426
- Median grant
- $50,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 31% first-time grantees (5 of 16, 2024)
- Total assets
- $36,910,275
- Primary geography
- Oregon (79% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who RMF Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for RMF Foundation's 21 itemized 2024 grants were Oregon (79%) and Washington (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, OR (17 grants). 43% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Is RMF Foundation open to new grantees?
31%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 16 grantees (31%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $83K; repeat grants $116K. How we count
Medians: $25K first-time, $100K repeat.
- 63% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 267% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 69% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$36.9M
-1.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.7M
+6.1% YoY
Grant Count
21
+50.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$80K
-29.3% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, RMF Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The RMF Foundation's mission centers on providing experiences that invite, inspire, and connect people with art, while also supporting food assistance and improving the lives of Oregonians. The foundation's primary funding priorities include:
- Arts and culture
- Medical research, particularly cancer research
- Food security
- Healthcare
- Community development
- Education
- Human services
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$10,000–$322,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Oregon and Clark County, Washington. Recent grant activity also includes support to organizations in California and Tennessee, with a primary emphasis on the Pacific Northwest region.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 21 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $36,910,275
- Total revenues: $1,200,673
- Total expenses: $1,877,542
- Total giving: $1,688,938
- Giving rate: 5.2%
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $37,587,144
- Total revenues: $13,703,483
- Total expenses: $1,743,806
- Total giving: $1,652,701
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $36,910,275 | $37,587,144 | $25,627,467 |
| Revenue | $1,200,673 | $13,703,483 | $419,588 |
| Expenses | $1,877,542 | $1,743,806 | $1,475,018 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,760,515 | $1,652,701 | $1,381,151 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,119,381 | $1,209,309 | $473,024 |
| Distributable Amount | $2,569,945 | $1,768,571 | $1,625,062 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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
60 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include University of Washington ($300,000), Oregon Food Bank ($250,000), Providence Portland Medical Foundation ($224,000 across 2 grants).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON Seattle, WA | CANCER VACCINE RESEARCH - CLINICAL TRIALS AND ELISPOT ANALYSIS MACHINE | $300,000 |
| OREGON FOOD BANK Portland, OR | SUPPORTING EQUITABLE FOOD SYSTEMS | $250,000 |
| PROVIDENCE PORTLAND MEDICAL FOUNDATION Portland, OR | ADVANCING AI TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH | $200,000 |
| PROVIDENCE ST VINCENT MEDICAL FOUNDATION Portland, OR | SUPPORT FOR MENOPAUSE MEDICAL DIRECTOR | $105,000 |
| PROVIDENCE ST VINCENT MEDICAL FOUNDATION Portland, OR | PURCHASE SOFTWARE FOR CONTRAST ENHANCED MAMMOGRAPHY (CEM) BIOPSY CAPABILITY | $102,938 |
| DE LA SALLE NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Portland, OR | GENERAL OPERATING FUNDS | $100,000 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE Portland, OR | GROWING OUR VILLAGE CAMPAIGN | $100,000 |
| PORTLAND ART MUSEUM Portland, OR | GENERAL MUSEUM FUND | $100,000 |
| CHARITABLE PARTNERSHIP FUND Portland, OR | HOMELESS STRATEGY AND SOLUTIONS INITIATIVES - SOURCES AND USES ANALYSIS PROJECT | $75,000 |
| COACH ART Los Angeles, CA | GENERAL OPERATING FUNDS | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Ryan Finley – President & Director
- Mary Finley – Secretary & Director
- David E Grein – Director
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Finley | President & Director | 1 | — |
| Mary Finley | Secretary & Director | 1 | — |
| David E Grein | Director | 0.01 | — |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2020, the foundation demonstrated rapid philanthropic response by donating $3 million to Legacy Health and Oregon Health & Science University to support frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
$2 Million in Grants Awarded to Support Healthcare and Basic Needs - RockySubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RMF Foundation fund?
The RMF Foundation's mission centers on providing experiences that invite, inspire, and connect people with art, while also supporting food assistance and improving the lives of Oregonians. The foundation's primary funding priorities include: • Arts and culture • Medical research, particularly cancer research • Food security • Healthcare • Community development • Education • Human services
How do I apply for a grant from RMF Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does RMF Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Oregon and Clark County, Washington. Recent grant activity also includes support to organizations in California and Tennessee, with a primary emphasis on the Pacific Northwest region.
What size grants does RMF Foundation award?
In 2024, RMF Foundation awarded 21 grants totaling $1.7M — an average of about $80K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is RMF Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, RMF Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.6M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is RMF Foundation's EIN?
RMF Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 80-0875249. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does RMF Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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