THE SALEM FOUNDATION
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The Salem Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Oregon, with additional support in Montana and Pennsylvania. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Salem Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SALEM FOUNDATION EXISTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING, SAFEGUARDING, AND DISBURSING FUNDS FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES IN THE VICINITY OF SALEM, OREGON.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES OF THE MID- WILLAMETTE VALLEY & CENTRAL COAST
$5.1M
12%
FAMILY BUILDING BLOCKS INC
$3.3M
8%
THE ABBEY FOUNDATION OF OREGON
$3.2M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
123
Median 1st year grant
$12.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SALEM FOUNDATION?
No. THE SALEM FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SALEM FOUNDATION give?
THE SALEM FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon, Montana, and Pennsylvania. 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 SALEM FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SALEM FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SALEM FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE SALEM FOUNDATION awarded about 120 grants, totaling nearly $10.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SALEM FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE SALEM FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 170 grantees. Recent grantees include CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES OF THE MID- WILLAMETTE VALLEY & CENTRAL COAST, FAMILY BUILDING BLOCKS INC, and THE ABBEY FOUNDATION OF OREGON. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SALEM FOUNDATION?
THE SALEM FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.