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THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION

THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION

Portland, OR, US
501(c)3
EIN
93-0718337
Regional Funder
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THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION

Portland, OR, US
501(c)3
EIN
93-0718337
Regional Funder

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Est.

1978

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Oregon Zoo Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that primarily focuses on grantmaking in Oregon, having disbursed $7.4 million in grants in 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO FOSTER COMMUNITY PRIDE AND INVOLVEMENT IN THE OREGON ZOO AND TO SECURE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE ZOO'S CONSERVATION, EDUCATION AND ANIMAL WELFARE PROGRAMS.
Total Funding Given

$7.4M

2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
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THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION
Portland, OR
$35.9M
56%
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$4.2M
Median 2nd year grant
$5.3M
J
Josef Kiesenhofer
Board Member
K
Kevin Hanna
Board Member
S
Susan Hartnett
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION?
No. THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION give?
THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon. 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 OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $7.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION?
THE OREGON ZOO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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