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The Carol and Velma Saling Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $560K across 23 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY
Portland, OR
$514K
11%

OREGON PUBLIC BROADCASTING
PORTLAND, OR
$460K
9%
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF OREGON
Salem, OR
$392.5K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
24
Median 1st year grant
$20K
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 CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION?
No. THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION give?
THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon, Virginia, and Washington. 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 CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $560 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY, OREGON PUBLIC BROADCASTING, and LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF OREGON. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION?
THE CAROL AND VELMA SALING FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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