The Roundhouse Foundation
The Roundhouse Foundation is a private, family foundation established in 2002 and based in Sisters, Oregon. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting creative solutions to the unique challenges associated with rural culture and landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. In addition to providing grant services, the foundation operates Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts and Agriculture (PMRCAA) in Sisters, which serves as both a working ranch and an arts and agriculture hub.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$344.5M
-4.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$15.6M
-1.2% YoY
Grant Count
621
-5.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$25K
+4.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Roundhouse Foundation reported a distributable amount of $18.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation believes that solutions to the unique challenges of Oregon's rural communities can be found through creative thinking and problem-solving, innovation, and collaboration. The foundation partners with community organizations to develop, implement, and sustain creative, place-based approaches and programs that strengthen and celebrate rural Oregon.
The foundation supports work across four primary program areas:
- Arts and Culture — including artist in residence programs and creative community engagement
- Environmental Stewardship — conservation and land management initiatives
- Education — educational programs and support for learning in rural communities
- Social Services — community support and social welfare programs
The foundation has a particular emphasis on the arts, which has been a priority since its inception. The Pine Meadow Ranch program connects arts and sciences with traditional and contemporary crafts and skills integral to ranching life, including metalwork, glasswork, woodwork, leatherwork, ceramics, fibers and textiles, writing, painting, drawing, photography, film, and music.
Grantmaking
The Roundhouse Foundation administers multiple grant programs and accepts unsolicited applications from nonprofits. The foundation made 144 grants in the most recent reporting year and administered $15.5 million in total grants in 2024.
Review Cycle
. The foundation recommends that new grant seekers apply for the Small Grants program as a way to become acquainted with the foundation before applying for larger grants through the Open Call program. The foundation is described as a supportive and collaborative funder that wants to see rural organizations succeed.
Grant Types
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Roundhouse Foundation funds throughout Oregon, with a particular focus on central Oregon and rural communities. The foundation supports creative solutions to challenges in rural Oregon and serves rural and tribal regions throughout the state.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $344,521,532
- Total Revenues: $4,283,833
- Total Expenses: $19,517,888
- Number of Employees: 6
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $359,000,000
- Total Revenues: $1,960,000
- Total Expenses: $18,900,000
- Total Giving: $15,744,874
The foundation has granted over $5 million cumulatively across its four program areas.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $344,521,532 | $358,883,108 | $375,971,594 |
| Revenue | $4,283,833 | $1,961,684 | $15,180,284 |
| Expenses | $19,517,888 | $18,936,645 | $15,877,270 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $19,137,397 | $18,361,043 | $14,618,569 |
| Net Investment Income | $5,374,705 | $6,421,995 | $4,611,455 |
| Distributable Amount | $18,566,236 | $16,906,169 | $17,134,546 |
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 Roundhouse Foundation
Capital Grants for Building Maintenance or New Construction
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Amount
Up to US $100,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Technical Assistance & Professional Development Grants
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Amount
Up to US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
The Roundhouse Foundation: Open Call for Proposals Grant
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Amount
US $2,501 - US $30,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Athena's Gem Inc ($50,000), A Family for Every Child ($30,000), Blue Mountain Community College Foundation ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A FAMILY FOR EVERY CHILD EUGENE, OR | RURAL HOST HOMES FOR UNHOUSED YOUTH IN LANE COUNTY | $30,000 |
| ACCESS MEDFORD, OR | HEALTHY MOBILE PANTRY PROGRAM | $15,000 |
| ADELANTE MUJERES FOREST GROVE, OR | REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE FOR ASPIRING FARMERS | $2,500 |
| ADRIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT ADRIAN, OR | SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL COMPLEX PLAYGROUND | $5,500 |
| AFTER THE BELL CANCER ACADEMY GLIDE, OR | SOUTHERN OREGON MARKETING/ADVERTISING & SUPPORT VIDEO TEACHER STIPENDS | $2,500 |
| AGE FRIENDLY SISTERS COUNTRY SISTERS, OR | SISTERS TRANSPORTATION AND RIDE SHARE; SING YOUR HEARTS OUT, SISTERS!; ROMEO'S JOY | $12,200 |
| ALBERTINA KERR PORTLAND, OR | CRISIS PSYCHIATRIC CARE PROGRAM FOR RURAL FAMILIES | $10,000 |
| ALTERNATIVE YOUTH ACTIVITIES INC COOS BAY, OR | COASTAL YOUTH TELEVISION (CYTV) | $12,000 |
| AMERICAN FARMLAND TRUST BELLINGHAM, WA | BUILDING MOMENTUM: CLIMATE RESILIENCE AMONG WOMEN RANCHERS IN NE OREGON | $20,000 |
| ANGEL FLIGHT WEST SANTA MONICA, CA | HEALTH TAKES FLIGHT | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Kathy Deggendorfer is listed as a trustee of the foundation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATHLEEN DEGGENDORFER | TRUSTEE | 35 | — |
| FRANK DEGGENDORFER | TRUSTEE | 35 | — |
| ERIN BORLA | TRUSTEE/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $171,154 |
| MICHAEL GONSALVES | TRUSTEE | 10 | $30,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported significant relief and community initiatives in recent years, including:
Over $1.5 million in relief funding for rural and tribal public media stations
Rural and Tribal Public Media Station Funds Receive More than $1.5MM in Relief$6 million allocated to rural Oregon food banks
Roundhouse Foundation Allocates $6 Million to Rural Oregon Food Banks - CascadeMore than $2 million awarded in fall 2024 through the Open Call program
Support for authentic storytelling through rural journalism programs
The Roundhouse Foundation Supports Authentic Story-Telling through RuralThe foundation continues to accept grant applications and remains active in funding rural Oregon organizations and initiatives.
The Roundhouse Foundation Supports Authentic Story-Telling through RuralSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Roundhouse Foundation fund?
The foundation believes that solutions to the unique challenges of Oregon's rural communities can be found through creative thinking and problem-solving, innovation, and collaboration. The foundation partners with community organizations to develop, implement, and sustain creative, place-based approaches and programs that strengthen and celebrate rural Oregon. The foundation supports work across four primary program areas: • **Arts and Culture** — including artist in residence programs and crea…
How do I apply for a grant from The Roundhouse Foundation?
The Roundhouse Foundation administers multiple grant programs and accepts unsolicited applications from nonprofits. The foundation made 144 grants in the most recent reporting year and administered $15.5 million in total grants in 2024. **Grant Types and Sizes:** • Open Call for Proposals: $10,000 to $100,000 • Small Grants program • Capital Grants for building maintenance or new construction • Technical Assistance & Professional Development Grants **Application Process:** The foundation accept…
Where does The Roundhouse Foundation make grants?
The Roundhouse Foundation funds throughout Oregon, with a particular focus on central Oregon and rural communities. The foundation supports creative solutions to challenges in rural Oregon and serves rural and tribal regions throughout the state.
What size grants does The Roundhouse Foundation award?
In 2024, The Roundhouse Foundation awarded 621 grants totaling $15.6M — an average of about $25K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Roundhouse Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Roundhouse Foundation reported a distributable amount of $18.6M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Roundhouse Foundation's EIN?
The Roundhouse Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-6930631. 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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