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Also known as: ATTN LISA MCKILLIPS
This program invests in the Milledgeville community to attract and retain talent, enhance economic opportunity, and promote civic engagement. It focuses on innovative projects that make the community more vibrant and connected.
A specific funding program administered by the Knight Foundation in partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne. It supports projects that promote a more effective democracy by building engaged, inclusive, and equitable communities. Priorities include downtown/neighborhood revitalization, public spaces, economic opportunity, and smart cities.
Knight Foundation is a private corporation based in BEAVERTON, OR. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is % Lisa Mckillips. It holds total assets of $4.5B. Annual income is reported at $520M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Knight Foundation has made 29 grants totaling $642.4M, with a median grant of $5M. Annual giving has grown from $81M in 2020 to $191.4M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $212.5M distributed across 12 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100K to $100M, with an average award of $22.2M. The foundation has supported 12 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Oregon, California, Illinois, which account for 86% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Knight Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 29 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OR, CA, IL.
Knight Foundation has distributed a total of $642.4M across 29 grants. The median grant size is $5M, with an average of $22.2M. Individual grants have ranged from $100K to $100M.
Knight Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Knight Foundation is headquartered in BEAVERTON, OR. While based in OR, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penelope P Knight | DIRECTOR/VP | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Travis A Knight | VP/SEC/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Mckillips | ASST SEC/ASST TREAS | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Philip H Knight | PRESIDENT/TREAS | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$244.1M
Total Assets
$4.2B
Fair Market Value
$5B
Net Worth
$4.2B
Grants Paid
$191.4M
Contributions
$904.6M
Net Investment Income
$779M
Distribution Amount
$226.7M
Total: $1M
Total Grants
29
Total Giving
$642.4M
Average Grant
$22.2M
Median Grant
$5M
Unique Recipients
12
Most Common Grant
$5M
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Oregon FoundationTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR THE CAMPUS FOR ACCELERATING SCIENTIFIC IMPACT (THE "CASI PROGRAM") | Eugene, OR | $100M | 2023 |
| Stanford UniversityTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR THE KNIGHT-HENNESSEY SCHOLARS PROGRAM. | Stanford, CA | $40M | 2023 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical FoundationTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED TO THE CARDIOLOGY PROGRAM. | Portland, OR | $7.5M | 2023 |
| Albina Head StartTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Portland, OR | $5M | 2023 |
| Sei IncTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. |
Other foundations that have funded Knight Foundation.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadhams Family Foundation | $15K | 2023 | MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT |
| W W W Foundation | $5K | 2023 | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT (MULTI-YEAR GRANT FOR 3 YEARS) |
| Mosaic Foundation Of R & P Heydon | $3K | 2023 | SUPPORT HEALTH BETTERMENT |
| Peter Luce Foundation | $3K | 2023 | AID TO COMMUNITY |
| Nicholas D Sergi Foundation |
| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| 2015 | 990PF | View |
| Portland, OR |
| $5M |
| 2023 |
| Barack Obama FoundationTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Chicago, IL | $5M | 2023 |
| The Brookings InstitutionTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR THE FOREIGN POLICY PROGRAM. | Washingtin Dc, DC | $2M | 2023 |
| Blue Meridian PartnersTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | New York, NY | $1.9M | 2023 |
| Fanconi Anemia Research FundTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Eugene, OR | $1M | 2023 |
| St Mary'S Home For BoysTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Beaverton, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| Ohsu FoundationTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR THE KNIGHT CANCER INSTITUTE | Portland, OR | $70M | 2022 |
| The Phoenix CenterTHIS GIFT HAS BEEN DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Nutley, NJ | $250K | 2022 |
| $1K |
| 2023 |
| Donation |
| Wadhams Family Foundation | $14K | 2022 | MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT |
| Wadhams Family Foundation | $14K | 2022 | MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT |
| W W W Foundation | $5K | 2022 | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT |
| W W W Foundation | $5K | 2022 | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT |
| Horizon Foundation Inc. | $5K | 2022 | General Support |
| Nicholas D Sergi Foundation | $1K | 2022 | DONATION |
| Nicholas D Sergi Foundation | $1K | 2022 | DONATION |
| Eloisa Diaz Educational Foundation | $8K | 2021 | SCHOLARSHIPS |
| Leviton Foundation Inc.-New York | $300 | 2021 | GRANTS FOR RELIGIOUS, MEDICAL OR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES |
| Ted Hoyer Charitable Trust | $15K | 2020 | CHARITABLE DONATION |
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