Bruce And Susan Kilgore Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes, with a strong emphasis on environmental conservation and food security. It funds a range of initiatives, including community service projects, habitat preservation, and food banks, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the quality of life in local communities. The foundation particularly focuses on organizations that work towards environmental protection and addressing food insecurity, primarily in Oregon. Its mission aligns with promoting sustainability and community welfare through unrestricted grants to diverse nonprofit organizations.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
An Oregon-based nonprofit working in environmental conservation, river protection, or food security with capacity for multi‑thousand to six‑figure support and connections into local philanthropic networks.
Good Fit
- • Primary program focus on Willamette Basin conservation, waterways, or Oregon food security.
- • Capacity to manage multi‑year or campaign grants (e.g., capital or major program support).
- • Existing relationships or introductions from local nonprofits or current grantees.
- • Demonstrated impact in Portland-area communities or statewide Oregon initiatives.
Geography
Observed giving is heavily Oregon‑focused: the latest year shows about 98% of dollars went to Oregon, with only tiny shares to DC and Arkansas.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 11 distinct independent recipients, including a mix of local conservation and community organizations, but financial concentration is high with the top five recipients receiving 93% of dollars.
New Applicants
Direct evidence is mixed: the foundation declares it funds only preselected applicants and provides no public contact route, yet nine of eleven 2024 grantees were first‑time recipients, so new entrants have been added but a clear public application path is not visible.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
