The Reser Family Foundation
The Reser Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation established in 2010 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon. The foundation was created to honor the legacy of family values and community involvement cherished by the Reser family. Founded by Al and Pat Reser, the foundation is now guided by Pat Reser along with her children and grandchildren as a four-generation commitment to philanthropy.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$84.8M
+16.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.0M
+1.3% YoY
Grant Count
131
+9.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$23K
-7.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Reser Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to make charitable contributions in the areas of the arts, education, environment, and health that will result in broad public benefit, primarily in Oregon.
The four cornerstone funding areas are:
- Arts
- Education
- Environment
- Health
Grantmaking
The Reser Family Foundation operates several responsive grant programs with application deadlines on February 1 and August 1 annually.
Grant Range
of approximately $9,000.
Review Cycle
on February 1 and August 1 annually.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds exclusively in Oregon. Grant programs require that projects and programs focus their mission and activities within the state.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Assets: $84,789,905
- Total Revenues: $9,253,337
- Total Expenses: $2,990,382
- Total Giving: $3,050,000 (approximately)
- Annual Charitable Disbursements: $3.22 million
As of December 2023:
- Total Assets: $73,100,000
- Total Revenue: $8,570,000
- Total Expenses: $2,140,000
The foundation has been tax-exempt since August 2010 and holds EIN 27-2624875.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $84,789,905 | $73,066,601 | $61,083,966 |
| Revenue | $9,253,337 | $8,567,371 | $5,836,436 |
| Expenses | $2,990,382 | $2,139,327 | $9,437,197 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $3,215,767 | $3,128,965 | $3,148,518 |
| Net Investment Income | $3,125,181 | $2,799,000 | $2,126,126 |
| Distributable Amount | $4,060,327 | $3,182,873 | $2,993,357 |
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
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from The Reser Family Foundation
Next Gen Council Grant Program
THE RESER FAMILY FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Responsive Grant Programs- Fast-Track Grants
THE RESER FAMILY FOUNDATION
Amount
Up to US $15,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Responsive Grant Programs- Midsize Grants
THE RESER FAMILY FOUNDATION
Amount
US $20,000 - US $60,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include City of Mosier ($50,000), Dougy Center ($50,000), Central Oregon Community College Foundati ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| #INSTABALLET ON FILE, OR | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM | $7,000 |
| 350DESCHUTES ON FILE, OR | GREEN LADDERS PROGRAM | $8,000 |
| ADOPT ONE BLOCK ON FILE, OR | ADOPT ONE BLOCK PROJECT | $12,000 |
| ALANO CLUB OF PORTLAND ON FILE, OR | NGC 2024 | $10,000 |
| ALS ASSOCATION ON FILE, OR | INDEPENDENCE PROGRAM SUPPORT YEAR 2 OF 3 | $20,000 |
| ART CENTER EAST ON FILE, OR | YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION PROJECT | $5,000 |
| ART IN OREGON ON FILE, OR | STATEWIDE EXHIBITION PROGRAM | $6,000 |
| ARTS COUNCIL OF PENDLETON ON FILE, OR | ACCESS TO ARTS FOR RURAL YOUTH | $8,000 |
| ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF GREATER PORTLAND ON FILE, OR | OPERATION SCHOOL BELL | $8,000 |
| ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF KLAMATH BASIN ON FILE, OR | OPERATION SCHOOL BELL | $8,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board Members:
- Patricia J. Reser — Chair and Trustee
- Michelle Reser — Secretary and Trustee
- Mindy Reser — Trustee
- Michael Reser — Trustee
- Deb Reser — Trustee
- Mark Reser — Trustee
- Laurie Reser — Trustee
- Marty Reser — Trustee
- Jane Reser — Trustee
- Paul Leavy — Treasurer and Trustee
- Bill Westphal — Vice Chair
Staff:
- Marijo Prlain — Executive Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATRICIA J RESER | TTEE & CHAIR | 4 | — |
| MICHELLE RESER | SECY & TTEE | 0.6 | — |
| MINDY RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.1 | — |
| MICHAEL RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.1 | — |
| DEB RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.1 | — |
| MARK RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.1 | — |
| LAURIE RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| MARTY RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.1 | — |
| JANE RESER | TRUSTEE | 0.5 | — |
| PAUL LEAVY | TREASURER & TTEE | 0.3 | — |
| BILL WESTPHAL | VICE CHAIR | 0.5 | — |
| MARIJO PRLAIN | EXEC. DIRECT | 20 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In February 2026, the foundation announced that its Small Community Initiative grant application was open until April 1, funding economic and community development groups supporting rural Oregon.
Oregon Community FoundationPat Reser, the foundation's chair, performed alongside Oregon Repertory Singers at "Sing for the Cure: A Proclamation of Hope" in January 2026. Pat Reser has received recognition for her philanthropic work, including the 2018 Jessie F. Richardson Foundation Ageless Award, the 2022 Oregon State University Lifetime Trustee Award, and the 2024 IDDBA Chair Award.
Oregon Community FoundationThe foundation maintains an active grant partner network across Oregon counties and publishes an annual Impact Report documenting its charitable contributions and community partnerships.
Oregon Community FoundationSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Reser Family Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission is to make charitable contributions in the areas of the arts, education, environment, and health that will result in broad public benefit, primarily in Oregon. The four cornerstone funding areas are: • **Arts** • **Education** • **Environment** • **Health**
How do I apply for a grant from The Reser Family Foundation?
The Reser Family Foundation operates several responsive grant programs with application deadlines on February 1 and August 1 annually. **Grant Programs:** • **Fast-Track and Mid-Size Responsive Grant Programs** — Focus on education, health, arts, and environment. Seek significant projects with measurable impact across Oregon. • **Next Gen Council Grant Program** — Supports organizations providing education mentorship programs, crisis intervention services, drug and alcohol addiction services, a…
Where does The Reser Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds exclusively in Oregon. Grant programs require that projects and programs focus their mission and activities within the state.
What size grants does The Reser Family Foundation award?
In 2024, The Reser Family Foundation awarded 131 grants totaling $3.0M — an average of about $23K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Reser Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Reser Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4.1M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Reser Family Foundation's EIN?
The Reser Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-2624875. 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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