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Est.

1975

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Four Way Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding exclusively by invitation. In 2025, the foundation paid a total of $489.3K across 122 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Support of charitable organizations benefitting the residents of Josephine and Western Jackson counties in the State of Oregon through building a permanent endowment for the community, promoting effective stewardship of assets and uniting resources to address important community needs.
Total Funding Given
$489.3K
2025
Grantees funded
122
Multi-year grantees
57%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
36
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$8K
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Kate Dwyer
Board Member
C
Cynthia Harelson CPA
Board Member
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Meadow Martell
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Four Way Community Foundation?
No. Four Way Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Four Way Community Foundation give?
Four Way Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon, California, and Colorado. 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 Four Way Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Four Way Community Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Four Way Community Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Four Way Community Foundation awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $489 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Four Way Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Four Way Community Foundation awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include Family Solutions Inc, BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE ROGUE VALLEY, and Josephine County Library Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Four Way Community Foundation?
Four Way Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.