THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION
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The Portland Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Indiana, having paid a total of $4.2 million in grants to 33 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Portland Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE PEOPLE OF JAY COUNTY, INDIANA, NOW AND FOR GENERATIONS TO COME, BY BUILDING COMMUNITY ENDOWMENT, EFFECTING SIGNIFICANT IMPACT THROUGH GRANTMAKING AND PROVIDING LEADERSHIP ON KEY COMMUNITY ISSUES.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION BUILDING CORPORATION INC
$3.6M
42%
ARTS PLACE INC
$1.3M
15%
JOHN JAY CENTER FOR LEARNING INC
$784.3K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$15.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION?
No. THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION give?
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $4.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION BUILDING CORPORATION INC, ARTS PLACE INC, and JOHN JAY CENTER FOR LEARNING INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION?
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.