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Four major scholarship programs (Ford Scholars, Ford Transfer, Ford Opportunity, and Ford Sons and Daughters) supporting residents of Oregon and Siskiyou County in pursuing higher education.
Supports rural communities by providing funding for essential programs and services, including both program and capital requests. These grants are designed to support initiatives that matter to the community, including unforeseen emergencies that interrupt services.
Ford Family Foundation is a private corporation based in ROSEBURG, OR. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1996. The principal officer is % Northern Trust Co. It holds total assets of $1.1B. Annual income is reported at $206.9M. The Foundation administers four scholarship programs, by which it provides financial and a suite of additional supports to students pursuing postsecondary education. Programs target single parents (Ford Opportunity), students over age 24 (Ford ReStart), high-performing community college students preparing to transfer to a 4-year institution (Ford Transfer), and graduating high school seniors who otherwise would find it impossible, or at least very difficult, to obtain a college degree (Ford Scholars) in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, as well as dependents of Roseburg Forest Products employees throughout the country (Ford Sons & Daughters). In addition to financial assistance, the Foundation supports student through 5 dedicated FTE providing licensed counseling services, conferences and events, and professional and personal development opportunities. Additional details regarding eligibility criteria, award determination, and activities may be found at www.tfff.org. According to available records, Ford Family Foundation has made 5,000 grants totaling $120.2M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $33.5M in 2021 to $86.8M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $41 to $3.7M, with an average award of $24K. The foundation has supported 2,000 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Oregon, California, District of Columbia, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
The Foundation administers four scholarship programs, by which it provides financial and a suite of additional supports to students pursuing postsecondary education. Programs target single parents (Ford Opportunity), students over age 24 (Ford ReStart), high-performing community college students preparing to transfer to a 4-year institution (Ford Transfer), and graduating high school seniors who otherwise would find it impossible, or at least very difficult, to obtain a college degree (Ford Scholars) in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, as well as dependents of Roseburg Forest Products employees throughout the country (Ford Sons & Daughters). In addition to financial assistance, the Foundation supports student through 5 dedicated FTE providing licensed counseling services, conferences and events, and professional and personal development opportunities. Additional details regarding eligibility criteria, award determination, and activities may be found at www.tfff.org.
Expenses: $527K
In partnership with Oregon State University Extension Service, The Ford Family Foundation produces Oregon by the Numbers: Key Measures for Oregon and its Counties. This report, published annually and printed biannually, assembles and displays a suite of community measures in an easy-to-digest format including charts and infographics. It features compact county portraits for all 36 Oregon counties as well as corresponding measure profiles, with rankings whenever possible. Measures include demographics, community, education, the economy, health and infrastructure. The printed report is provided for free to all Oregon lawmakers and to local community and government leaders, and to all Oregon residents via the Foundation's free Select Books program and online. The Foundation dedicates an estimated 0.25 FTE to the publication. The Foundation also funds on-call support for rural communities to access the data engine behind the report, Rural Communities Explorer via OSU's Extension Service.
Expenses: $77K
The Foundation administers four scholarship programs, by which it provides financial and a suite of additional supports to students pursuing postsecondary education. Programs target single parents (Ford Opportunity), students over age 24 (Ford ReStart), high-performing community college students preparing to transfer to a 4-year institution (Ford Transfer), and graduating high school seniors who otherwise would find it impossible, or at least very difficult, to obtain a college degree (Ford Scholars) in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California, as well as dependents of Roseburg Forest Products employees throughout the country (Ford Sons & Daughters). In addition to financial assistance, the Foundation supports student through 5 dedicated FTE providing licensed counseling services, conferences and events, and professional and personal development opportunities. Additional details regarding eligibility criteria, award determination, and activities may be found at www.tfff.org. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 5,000 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OR, CA, DC.
Ford Family Foundation has distributed a total of $120.2M across 5,000 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $24K. Individual grants have ranged from $41 to $3.7M.
The application deadline is See grant guidelines and applications at www.tfff.org.. See grant guidelines and applications at www.tfff.org. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Ford Family Foundation is headquartered in ROSEBURG, OR. While based in OR, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.
Total Giving
$59.5M
Total Assets
$1.1B
Fair Market Value
$1.1B
Net Worth
$1.1B
Grants Paid
$38.8M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$49.6M
Distribution Amount
$52.9M
Total: $144.4M
Total Grants
5,000
Total Giving
$120.2M
Average Grant
$24K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
2,000
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy FoundationHealthy Kids Outreach Program | Roseburg, OR | $343K | 2022 |
| Oregon Community Foundation2022-24 OST Learning Community Grant | Portland, OR | $1.2M | 2022 |
| Oregon State University FoundationJuntos Beyond the Pandemic: Expanding and Re-imagining Juntos | Corvallis, OR | $555K | 2022 |
| Community LendingworksRural Economic Development via a Revolving Loan Fund | Springfield, OR | $500K | 2022 |
| Nonprofit Association Of OregonStrengthening and Supporting Rural Nonprofits |
Other foundations that have funded Ford Family Foundation.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baird Foundation Inc. | $3K | 2022 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| Baird Foundation Inc. | $3K | 2022 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
Funding for requests exceeding $20,000 that align with the Foundation's specific impact areas: Family, Education, and Community. This includes programs, operations, and capital projects.
Investments in larger programs and capital projects that align with the Foundation's focus areas: Strong Starts (early childhood), Bright Futures (education and career), and Thriving Communities (community development).
Strengthens an organization's internal capacity by supporting activities such as hiring outside consultants for strategic planning, board development, and leadership transitions, or sending staff to certified training courses. A 10% cash match is required.
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| Portland, OR |
| $450K |
| 2022 |
| Cascade Pacific Resource Conservation & DevelopmentLTRG Support 2022 | Corvallis, OR | $400K | 2022 |
| Tides CenterProtect Our Children - Tides Center - 1522 | Los Angeles, CA | $385K | 2022 |
| Oregon Casa NetworkStrengthening Oregon's CASA Network, 2022-2024 | Bend, OR | $368K | 2022 |
| Hearts With A MissionSafe Families for Children Oregon Collaborative | Medford, OR | $350K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Children Of The Klamath BasinThe Clubhouse Campaign: Building Bright Tomorrows | Klamath Falls, OR | $350K | 2022 |
| B'Nai Brith Men'S Camp AssociationBB Camp Gym/Field House Construction | Portland, OR | $320K | 2022 |
| Rural Development Initiatives IncResponsive Support and Capacity Building for Rural Communities | Coburg, OR | $300K | 2022 |
| Capaces Leadership InstituteAnahuac Farm & Cultural Center | Woodburn, OR | $300K | 2022 |
| Children'S InstituteYoncalla Early Works | Portland, OR | $290K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Josephine County Children'S Advocacy CenterThe Children's Advocacy Center's New Home | Grants Pass, OR | $250K | 2022 |
| Foundations For A Better OregonImplementing FBO's 2021-23 Strategic Framework | Portland, OR | $250K | 2022 |
| Vida Mckenzie Community CenterVida McKenzie Community Center Rebuild | Vida, OR | $250K | 2022 |
| Deschutes Rim Clinic FoundationNew Deschutes Rim Health Clinic | Maupin, OR | $250K | 2022 |
| Lost River Booster ClubLost River Community Center | Merrill, OR | $250K | 2022 |
| New Venture FundNCII Rural Guided Pathways Project | Washington, DC | $240K | 2022 |
| Greater Oregon Stem HubBringing STEM to Rural Eastern Oregon Communities | La Grande, OR | $240K | 2022 |
| University Of OregonRARE Host Site/Program Support - 2022-23 | Eugene, OR | $225K | 2022 |
| Special Olympics OregonRebuilding Impact in Rural Oregon after COVID | Beaverton, OR | $208K | 2022 |
| City Of EstacadaWade Creek Park Community Building | Estacada, OR | $200K | 2022 |
| Oregon Coast Council Of The ArtsEntertain the Future - Phase VII | Newport, OR | $200K | 2022 |
| Douglas Education Service DistrictEarly Childhood Behavioral Health Consultation - Phase 2 | Roseburg, OR | $196K | 2022 |
| Myrtle Point Public Library FoundationMyrtle Point Library Remodel for Accessibility | Myrtle Point, OR | $192K | 2022 |
| City Of LowellMaggie Osgood Library | Lowell, OR | $191K | 2022 |
| Oregon Community College AssociationOregon Student Success Center | Salem, OR | $175K | 2022 |
| OaasisRepairenting Pilot Project | Portland, OR | $170K | 2022 |
| Oregon State UniversityBuilding Statewide Infrastructure for Parenting Education | Corvallis, OR | $170K | 2022 |
| Umpqua Community CollegeFriday Career Academy | Roseburg, OR | $160K | 2022 |
| United Way Of The Mid-Willamette ValleyLTRG Support 2022 | Salem, OR | $160K | 2022 |
| Karuk TribeHappy Camp Community Medical and Dental Clinic Construction | Happy Camp, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Mosaic MedicalIncreasing Access to Healthcare Services in Jeerson County | Bend, OR | $150K | 2022 |
| College Options IncCollege OPTIONS Siskiyou County Expansion Project | Redding, CA | $150K | 2022 |
| Klamath & Lake Community Action ServicesLTRG Support 2022 | Klamath Falls, OR | $140K | 2022 |
| High Desert PartnershipRural Community Building in Harney County | Burns, OR | $140K | 2022 |
| Happy Camp Community Action IncYouthful Campers Collaborative | Happy Camp, CA | $138K | 2022 |
| Catholic CharitiesLTRG Support 2022 | Portland, OR | $135K | 2022 |
| Our Children OregonCapacity Building for Statewide Rural Policy and Advocacy | Portland, OR | $130K | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Of Oregon & Sw WashingtonRenovating the Bend Ronald McDonald House | Portland, OR | $125K | 2022 |
| Weed Union Elementary SchoolWeed Union Elementary Wellness Center | Weed, CA | $125K | 2022 |
| Oregon Ffa FoundationCareer Readiness for Rural Youth | Corvallis, OR | $124K | 2022 |
| Columbia County Child Abuse Assessment CenterOperational Support for Columbia County CAC services | St Helens, OR | $120K | 2022 |
| Community Foundation Of The North StateWildfire Support 2022 | Redding, CA | $119K | 2022 |
| Portland Institute For Contemporary ArtExhibition+Documentation and Capital Improvement Grants Partnership | Portland, OR | $114K | 2022 |
| University Of Oregon FoundationCurator + Critic Engagement (Critical Conversations) | Eugene, OR | $113K | 2022 |
| Oregon Arts CommissionCareer Opportunity Grants | Salem, OR | $111K | 2022 |
| The ContingentEVERY CHILD - Rural Expansion, Capacity Building, Evaluation Technology | Portland, OR | $110K | 2022 |
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