Schlesinger Family Foundation Grant
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Eligible organizations
- Non-profit organizations Oregon and SW Washington are eligible to apply.
Overview
The Schlesinger Family Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Oregon and SW Washington, emphasizing contributions to medical research, higher education, and environmental conservation. Founded in 1981 by Ralph and Bunny Schlesinger, the foundation has a rich legacy of funding reputable organizations and promoting community welfare. To apply, interested parties must submit a letter of inquiry detailing their funding needs. This grant aims to enhance the future prosperity of the region through collaborative efforts.
NOTE:
Letter of Inquiry - To be considered for a grant from the Schlesinger Family Foundation please send us a letter detailing your request and how the funds will be used via postal mail.Full Proposal - Grant Applications are due at this deadline.
The Schlesinger Family Foundation was founded in 1981 by Ralph and Bunny Schlesinger with the purpose of enhancing Oregon and SW Washington by supporting medical research and care, higher education, conservation of the environment, and the general welfare of our communities.
In continuing their legacy, over the last 40 years the Foundation has partnered with some of the most reputable non-profit organizations and local universities in Oregon, Washington and California.
The foundation honors the legacy of Ralph and Bunny Schlesinger by continuing to support the communities and organizations that help shape the future prosperity of the region.
Eligibility
Non-profit organizations Oregon and SW Washington are eligible to apply.
What Schlesinger Family Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 15
- Total given
- $223K
- Median grant
- $10K
- Range
- $4,000–$50K
- By dollars: Oregon 98%, Washington 2%. Top recipient cities: Portland, OR; Seaside, OR; Vancouver, WA.
- 60% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 40% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Ohsu Foundation · Portland, OR
Global program scholarship
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James Beard Public Market · Portland, OR
General operating support
$41K
Freshwater Trust · Portland, OR
General operating support
$25K
DPI Housing Inc (Dpihou) · Portland, OR
General operating support
$20K
North Coast Land Conservancy Inc · Seaside, OR
General operating support
$13K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Science research
- Education
- Environment
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