The Larson Legacy is a private independent foundation established in November 1997 and based in Happy Valley, Oregon. As a 501(c)(3) organization, it operates as a family foundation focused on philanthropic grantmaking to support social entrepreneurs and change-makers launching nonprofit organizations that create systemic, sustainable, positive changes.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$5.0M
+40.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$241K
+66.3% YoY
Grant Count
71
+29.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$3K
+28.8% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Larson Legacy reported a distributable amount of $234K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's stated purpose is giving for the environment, human rights, and civil liberties, thereby creating a more compassionate, kinder world. Primary funding areas include:
- Education
- Environment
- International human rights
- Human services
- Youth education
- Youth basketball programs
- COVID-19 relief assistance
- General funding support
Grantmaking
The foundation appears open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding based on recent data.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports projects across the United States, including major cities such as New York, Portland, and Washington, D.C., and states including California, Hawaii, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total assets: $5,044,954
- Total revenues: $1,728,880
- Total expenses: $338,375
- Number of employees: 0
As of December 2023:
- Total assets: $3,582,686
- Total liabilities: $1,560
- Revenue: -$330 (slight loss)
- Expenses: $177,518
Investment Performance: The foundation's 2024 revenues were significantly influenced by a net gain from the sale of non-inventory assets of $1,680,359, while investment income and dividends totaled $48,521 (down 40.2% from the prior year).
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,044,954 | $3,582,686 | $3,768,565 |
| Revenue | $1,728,880 | $-330 | $-724,079 |
| Expenses | $338,375 | $177,518 | $201,203 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $260,497 | $158,201 | $185,793 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,675,211 | $63,256 | $11,276 |
| Distributable Amount | $233,761 | $188,357 | $197,562 |
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 Bbh Eye Foundation ($25,000), Agape Village ($25,000), Focus on Youth ($20,750).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DRESS FOR SUCCESS OREGON INC PORTLAND, OR | 25th Anniversary | $15,000 |
| WHOLISTIC PEACE INSTITUTE WEST LINN, OR | EDUCATING FOR PEACE | $12,000 |
| OREGON FOOD BANK PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $1,000 |
| MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $500 |
| UNION GOSPEL MISSION PORTLAND, OR | HOLIDAY DONATION | $10,000 |
| OUTSIDE IN PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $500 |
| RAPHAEL HOUSE OF PORTLAND PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $1,000 |
| BLANCHETT HOUSE OF HOSPITALITY PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $1,000 |
| CAT ADOPTION TEAM SHERWOOD, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $250 |
| CLACKAMAS WOMENS SERVICES OREGON CITY, OR | GENERAL FUNDING | $500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by family members working on a voluntary basis without compensation:
- Leland E.G. Larson — President
- Kathleen C. Larson — Vice President
- Amy Larson — Secretary/Treasurer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LELAND EG LARSON | President | 10 | — |
| KATHLEEN C LARSON | VP | 5 | — |
| AMY LARSON | SEC/TREAS | 2 | — |
Contact Information
- Address: 14404 SE Krause Ln, Happy Valley, OR 97086-6534
- Phone: 503-593-5674
- EIN: 91-1859861
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Larson Legacy fund?
The foundation's stated purpose is giving for the environment, human rights, and civil liberties, thereby creating a more compassionate, kinder world. Primary funding areas include: • Education • Environment • International human rights • Human services • Youth education • Youth basketball programs • COVID-19 relief assistance • General funding support
How do I apply for a grant from The Larson Legacy?
**Recent Grant Activity (2024):** • Total grants awarded: 80 grants • Total giving: $186,150 • Notable recent grantees include BBH Eye Foundation ($25,000), Agape Village ($25,000), and Focus on Youth for Sunflower Farms ($20,750) **Historical Activity (2023):** • Total giving: $145,100 • Expenses: $178,000 The foundation appears open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding based on recent data.
Where does The Larson Legacy make grants?
The foundation supports projects across the United States, including major cities such as New York, Portland, and Washington, D.C., and states including California, Hawaii, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington.
What size grants does The Larson Legacy award?
In 2024, The Larson Legacy awarded 71 grants totaling $241K — an average of about $3K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Larson Legacy required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Larson Legacy reported a distributable amount of $234K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Larson Legacy's EIN?
The Larson Legacy's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-1859861. 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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