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Compton Family Foundation is a private trust based in SALEM, OR. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is Michael S Compton. It holds total assets of $5.1M. Annual income is reported at $2.1M. Total assets have grown from $1.7M in 2011 to $4.7M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of arts & culture. Tax records are available from 2021 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Oregon. According to available records, Compton Family Foundation has made 64 grants totaling $1.1M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $188K in 2021 to $243K in 2024. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2023 with $469K distributed across 26 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $150K, with an average award of $18K. The foundation has supported 19 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Oregon. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$19K
Largest Grant
$110K
Based on 10 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Compton Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of arts & culture. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 64 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OR.
Compton Family Foundation has distributed a total of $1.1M across 64 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $18K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $150K.
Compton Family Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (306025966) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Compton Family Foundation is headquartered in SALEM, OR.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathryn C Collins | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael S Compton | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| S Randolph Compton | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$255K
Total Assets
$4.7M
Fair Market Value
$5.7M
Net Worth
$4.7M
Grants Paid
$243K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$231K
Distribution Amount
$262K
Total Grants
64
Total Giving
$1.1M
Average Grant
$18K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
19
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem FoundationOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $2K | 2024 |
| Marion Polk Food Share IncOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $150K | 2024 |
| Willamette Master ChorusOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $15K | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of SalemOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $10K | 2024 |
| St Paul'S Episcopal ChurchMUSIC PROGRAM | Salem, OR | $10K | 2024 |
| Family Building BlocksOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $10K | 2024 |
| Oregon Public BroadcastingOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Portland, OR | $10K | 2024 |
| Union Gospel MissionOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $10K | 2024 |
| Willamette Heritage CenterOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $5K | 2024 |
| Sustainable Local MinistryFOR WEST SALEM YOUNG LIFE | Salem, OR | $5K | 2024 |
| Historic Elsinore Theatre IncOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $5K | 2024 |
| Oregon State Chapter Peo SisterhoodSCHOLARSHIP | Corvallis, OR | $5K | 2024 |
| Assistance League Of SalemOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $5K | 2024 |
| Special Olympics Oregon IncOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Portland, OR | $1K | 2024 |
| Parks Tradition FundOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $2K | 2023 |
| Willamette UniversityOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $1K | 2023 |
| Salem Health FoundationOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $100K | 2022 |
| Salem Family Ymca Of Marion & Polk CoOPERATIONAL SUPPORT | Salem, OR | $50K | 2022 |