Western Rivers Forestry
TO SUPPORT THE CONSERVATION AND CHARITABLE PURPOSES OF WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY, ENGAGE IN CONSERVATION FORESTRY AND TO CARRY ON OTHER CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES.
Key facts about Western Rivers Forestry
In short: Western Rivers Forestry gave $22.5M across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $11.2M), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- EIN
- 46-3852365
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $22,496,134
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $11,248,067
- Median grant
- $11,248,067
- Primary geography
- California (88% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Quick answers about Western Rivers Forestry
How much does Western Rivers Forestry give each year?
Western Rivers Forestry gave $22.5M across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $2.9M across 1 grant.
How Western Rivers Forestry gives
- Giving grew 8425% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990 · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$22.5M
+684.5% YoY
Grant Count
2
+100.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$11.2M
+292.3% YoY
About Western Rivers Forestry
Based on IRS filings
Western Rivers Forestry is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in Portland, OR. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2025. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $22.5M.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 2 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $21,198,815 | $21,268,090 |
| Revenue | $2,706,686 | $3,156,180 | $330,485 |
| Expenses | $22,577,869 | $3,225,455 | $2,383,703 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 13, 2020)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YUROK TRIBE A FEDERALLY RECOGNIZED INDIAN TRIBE Klamath, CA | CONSERVATION EFFORTS | $19,825,000 |
| WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY Portland, OR | SUPPORT WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY'S MISSION | $2,671,134 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Western Rivers Forestry is led by Nelson Mathews, President since 2025 (on filings since 2024); none of the 6 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Nelson Mathews
President
Board President → President, 2025
On filings since 2024
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bill Brown
Director
Director → Board Director, 2024
Board Director → Director, 2025
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Smith
Director
Director → Board Director, 2024
Board Director → Director, 2025
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Juliette Harding
Treasurer
Secretary & Treasurer → Board Treasurer, 2024
Board Treasurer → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2019
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julia Turrini
Secretary
Board Secretary → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mik McKee
Vice President
New on the 2025 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Peter Colby (2019–2024) — Board Vice President
- Former: Sue Doroff (2019–2024) — Board President
- Former: Frankie Myers (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Tim Wood (2019–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Rivers Forestry?
Western Rivers Forestry is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in Portland, OR. It holds — in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Western Rivers Forestry operate?
Western Rivers Forestry has awarded grants in California, Oregon.
What is Western Rivers Forestry's EIN?
Western Rivers Forestry's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3852365. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
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