United Way of the Klamath Basin
United Way of the Klamath Basin is a Klamath Falls, Oregon-based public charity that raises and distributes funds to charitable organizations and services in the Klamath Basin. Its 2024 filing reports 16 grants totaling $319,364, all to recipients in Oregon.
United Way of the Klamath Basin at a glance
In short: United Way of the Klamath Basin gave $319K across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $20K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $319,364
- -2.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- +6.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $19,960
- -8.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $14,087
- Total assets
- $773,634
- -21.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to United Way of the Klamath Basin
- Contact
Mailing address: 136 N Third St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Phone: (541) 882-5558
Website: https://unitedwayoftheklamathbasin.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who United Way of the Klamath Basin funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Klamath Basin Senior Citezen's Center ($41K). Together the top 10 received $267K.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 37 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization says it serves Klamath and Lake Counties. All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to Oregon recipients; the listed recipients are located in Klamath Falls or Central Point.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How United Way of the Klamath Basin gives
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+3%). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $311K (2021) to $327K (2020). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $319K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Klamath Basin Senior Citezen's Center Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $40,600 |
| Klamath Advocacy Center Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $38,513 |
| Klamath Kid Center Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $33,731 |
| Lutheran Community Services Northwest Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $32,749 |
| The YMCA of Klamath Falls Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $29,662 |
| Klamath Lake Counties Food Bank Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $29,034 |
| CASA for Children of Klamath County Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $21,852 |
| Spokes Unlimited Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $15,498 |
| Citizens for Safe Schools Klamath Falls, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $12,675 |
| Crater Lake Council Boy Scouts of America Central Point, OR | Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit | $12,528 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Amounts are reported by filing year.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $773,634 | $306,439 | $548,739 | $319,364 | 16 | $11,174 |
| 2023 | $980,956 | $463,430 | $537,521 | $326,646 | 15 | $5,760 |
| 2022 | $1,054,901 | $695,924 | $519,959 | $312,081 | 2 | $2,190 |
| 2021 | $903,936 | $465,705 | $478,761 | $310,592 | 1 | $1,016 |
| 2020 | $842,107 | $470,051 | $494,595 | $326,798 | 3 | $2,278 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to unite people and resources to create lasting change and build a stronger, more resilient community where everyone can thrive. Its vision emphasizes access to quality education, healthcare, and basic needs. Its 2024 filing describes its purpose as raising money from Klamath County residents and distributing it to charities and services in the Klamath Basin.
The 2024 grants show support for organizations serving varied needs. For example, the Klamath Advocacy Center describes its mission as providing 24-hour crisis intervention and education; Klamath Kid Center says it provides affordable, high-quality child care and education for children from six weeks to 12 years old. Klamath Lake Counties Food Bank describes its work as providing food to people in need and supporting emergency food programs. CASA for Children of Klamath County provides court-appointed advocates for abused and neglected children, while Citizens for Safe Schools works toward a safe, drug-free community with opportunities for children to build resilience and character.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the organization reported 16 grants totaling $319,364. Grant amounts ranged from $5,655 to $40,600, with a median of $14,086. Its largest reported grants included:
The listed grants were described as allocations for community needs provided by the recipient nonprofits. No application process, application materials, restrictions, or deadline are stated in the available information.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The organization’s website lists an interim executive director, without a name, and identifies Cristy Rodriguez as board chair, Nelly Perez as board treasurer, Kylie Thompson as board secretary, and Jaclyn Chaulet as a board director.
The 2024 filing lists Heather Curtis as chair, Jared Heard as vice chair, Phil Hull as treasurer, Mandi Clark as secretary, and Christine Hess as former executive director.
United Way of the Klamath Basin is led by Heather Curtis, Chair since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 5 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Heather Curtis
Chair
Director → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christine Hess
Former Executive Director
Executive Director → Former Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$62K (2023) → $79K (2024)
Mandi Clark
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Phil Hull
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jared Heard
Vice Chair
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (25)
- Former: Jenine Stuedli (2020–2023) — Vice President
- Former: Juan Maldonado (2020–2023) — President
- Former: Mitch Stokes (2020–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Sheri Hargrave (2020–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Leroy Cabral (2023) — Former Executive Director
- Former: Amber Gomes (2020–2022) — 1st Vice President
- Former: Dennis Winn (2020–2022) — Past President
- Former: Don McDonnell (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Gerard Collins (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Janet Thede (2020–2022) — Nominating
- Former: Jean Phillips (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Kristin Sayles (2020–2022) — Personnel Ch
- Former: Lauren Jespersen (2020–2022) — President
- Former: Linda Stastny (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Marcus Henderson (2020–2022) — Director Pla
- Former: Michael Griffith (2020–2022) — Member at La
- Former: Renee Ferguson (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Ruth Olsen (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Todd Andres (2020–2022) — Special Even
- Former: Tom Hottman (2020–2022) — Pr & Communications
- Former: Wayne Snoozy (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Captain Brandon McGraw (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Eric Rose (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Marla Edge (2020) — Volunteer Ac
- Former: Suzie Galloway (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $79K, to Christine Hess (Former Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about United Way of the Klamath Basin
How much does United Way of the Klamath Basin give each year?
United Way of the Klamath Basin gave $319K across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $327K across 15 grants.
What is United Way of the Klamath Basin's typical grant size?
United Way of the Klamath Basin's median grant in 2024 was $14,087, and its average grant was $19,960, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does United Way of the Klamath Basin give grants?
United Way of the Klamath Basin gives mostly in Oregon: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Klamath Falls, OR (13 grants) and Medford, OR (2 grants).
Does United Way of the Klamath Basin give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on United Way of the Klamath Basin's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Allocation for Community Needs Provided by the Non-Profit" (16 grants).
Who are United Way of the Klamath Basin's largest grantees?
United Way of the Klamath Basin's largest 2024 grantees include Klamath Basin Senior Citezen's Center ($40,600), Klamath Advocacy Center ($38,513) and Klamath Kid Center ($33,731), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 35% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Way of the Klamath Basin?
United Way of the Klamath Basin reported $774K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $306K.
What does United Way of the Klamath Basin fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to unite people and resources to create lasting change and build a stronger, more resilient community where everyone can thrive. Its vision emphasizes access to quality education, healthcare, and basic needs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of the Klamath Basin?
United Way of the Klamath Basin has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check unitedwayoftheklamathbasin.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is United Way of the Klamath Basin's EIN?
United Way of the Klamath Basin's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-0441766. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS March 4, 2026)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 17, 2026)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS March 27, 2024)
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Grantable. (2026). United Way of the Klamath Basin funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 23, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/united-way-of-the-klamath-basin-morg_849dfa5248ce4fbf9674b2f7aff7a8d1
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