TPG Foundation
TPG Foundation is a private foundation based in Portland, Oregon. In its 2025 filing, it reported 12 grants totaling $219,540 to charitable organizations and other recipients, including organizations working with children and families, cancer research and support, fire victims, and education.
TPG Foundation at a glance
In short: TPG Foundation gave $220K across 12 grants in 2025 (avg $18K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $219,540
- +42.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 12
- +71.4% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $18,295
- -16.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $10,420
- Total assets
- $128,713
- -10.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Oregon (81% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to TPG Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states in its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 11850 Sw 67Th Avenue 100, Portland, OR 97223
Phone: (503) 241-9550
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who TPG Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Kinship House ($58K). Together the top 10 received $218K.
Grant Size Distribution
25 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 21 grants of 25 (84%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grants went to recipients in several states. Oregon received 81% of grant dollars, Washington 11%, California 5%, and North Carolina and Connecticut 1% each.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
How TPG Foundation gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $30K (2021) to $220K (2025). In 2025 it made 12 grants totaling $220K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kinship House Portland, OR | General Donation | $57,703 |
| CASA Clackamas County Oregon City, OR | General Donation | $57,703 |
| Girls Inc PNW Portland, OR | General Donation | $25,025 |
| Athletes for Kids Youth Mentoring Sammamish, WA | General Donation | $25,025 |
| Sam Day Foundation Portland, OR | Event Sponsorship and General Donation | $25,000 |
| California Fire Foundation Sacramento, CA | General Donation | $10,840 |
| Down Syndrome Network Oregon Lake Oswego, OR | Event Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Mana Food Bank Mills River, NC | Hurricane Relief | $2,622 |
| Red Cross New London, CT | Hurricane Relief | $2,622 |
| University of Oregon Eugene, OR | Educational Grant | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $128,713 | $295,684 | $310,660 | $219,540 | 12 | $257,416 |
| 2024 | $143,689 | $335,844 | $246,843 | $153,596 | 7 | $184,169 |
| 2023 | $54,688 | $203,919 | $160,061 | $95,000 | 4 | $95,000 |
| 2022 | $10,830 | $61,059 | $48,821 | $45,016 | 1 | $45,016 |
| 2021 | $1,000 | $30,000 | $31,858 | $30,000 | 1 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations with varied purposes. Kinship House says it provides therapy and advocacy for Oregon children experiencing foster care and adoption. The Sam Day Foundation says it advances research for childhood and young adult cancers and supports wellness-centered experiences for children with cancer. The California Fire Foundation says it assists fire victims and conducts public education about fire safety and the effects of fire. Cal Poly Corporation describes its mission as providing services and facilities integral to the university’s educational program.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 12 grants totaling $219,540. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $57,703, with a median of $10,420. Its largest reported grants were $57,703 each to Kinship House and CASA Clackamas County; $25,025 each to Girls Inc PNW and Athletes for Kids Youth Mentoring; and $25,000 to the Sam Day Foundation. Other reported grants included $10,840 to the California Fire Foundation and $10,000 to Down Syndrome Network Oregon.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Rod Cruickshank as director/president; Sarah Friend, Tim Kelly, Emily Young, Emily-Rose Galati, and Brenda Randall as directors; and Zach Fritz as treasurer.
TPG Foundation is led by Rod Cruickshank, Director & President on every filing since 2021; 1 of 7 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Rod Cruickshank
Director & President
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Emily-Rose Galati
Director
On filings since 2022
13 hrs/week
$31K (2024) → $38K (2025)
Sarah Friend
Director
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Emily Young
Director
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brenda Randall
Director
New on the 2025 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tim Kelly
Director
New on the 2025 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zach Fritz
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Craig Pankow (2021–2024) — Director
- Former: Jake Shafer (2021–2023) — Director & Secretary
- Former: Lisa Veber (2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $38K, to Emily-Rose Galati (Director).
Frequently asked questions about TPG Foundation
How much does TPG Foundation give each year?
TPG Foundation gave $220K across 12 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $154K across 7 grants.
What is TPG Foundation's typical grant size?
TPG Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $10,420, and its average grant was $18,295, across 12 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does TPG Foundation give grants?
TPG Foundation gives mostly in Oregon: 81% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Washington (11%) and California (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, OR (4 grants).
Does TPG Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 50% of TPG Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Educational Grant" (3 grants).
Who are TPG Foundation's largest grantees?
TPG Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Kinship House ($57,703), CASA Clackamas County ($57,703) and Girls Inc PNW ($25,025), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 64% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is TPG Foundation?
TPG Foundation reported $129K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $296K.
What does TPG Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations with varied purposes. Kinship House says it provides therapy and advocacy for Oregon children experiencing foster care and adoption. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from TPG Foundation?
The foundation states in its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is TPG Foundation's EIN?
TPG Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3167856. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does TPG Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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Grantable. (2026). TPG Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/tpg-foundation-morg_b0885fbd779e4d488e70a5ff4149c38b
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