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FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN

FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN

PORTLAND, OR, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
93-1300690
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FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN

PORTLAND, OR, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
93-1300690

Overview

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Est.

2000

Fiscal Year Start

Sep 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Oregon, Washington, and California. With a total of $15.5 million in grants paid in 2024 to 29 grantees, the organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

IMPACTING GENERATIONAL CHANGE BY EMPOWERING YOUTH WHO ARE FACING THE GREATEST OBSTACLES THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS WITH PAID PROFESSIONAL MENTORS 12+ YEARS, NO MATTER WHAT.
Total Funding Given

$15.5M

2024
Grantees funded
29
Multi-year grantees
76%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

29

Median 1st year grant
$454.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$214.5K
T
Terri Sorensen
Board Member
D
Dan Saltzman
Board Member
D
Duncan Campbell
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN?
No. FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN give?
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon, Washington, and California. 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 FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $455 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN make each year?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $15.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN fund recently?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON, YOUTH RESOURCES INC, and FOTC - LOS ANGELES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN?
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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