John J And Lois A Tennant Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing support for various charitable causes. Its mission focuses on youth development, education, and community engagement, as evidenced by its funding of organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and libraries. The foundation primarily serves youth and community-focused organizations, emphasizing initiatives that promote social services and educational opportunities. While it is based in Oregon, its funding extends to a variety of states, reflecting a broader commitment to supporting charitable activities beyond its immediate geographic area.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Mid-sized or local youth, education, community or human-services nonprofits with a clear program fit to the foundation's past grantees and some regional connection (especially Washington, California, or Oregon).
Good Fit
- • Organization focuses on youth development, education, or community services.
- • Has a demonstrated track record in Washington, Oregon, or California or a direct connection to grantees in those states.
- • Can be introduced through a mutual contact, local community leader, or a prior grantee.
Geography
Giving is concentrated in the Pacific region (Washington received about half the dollars in the latest year) but grants were made across six states, showing a multi-state regional footprint rather than strictly local focus.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 19 distinct recipients and a high share of new grantees (16 new in the latest year), and over three years the portfolio includes many independent organizations rather than a tiny recurrent set.
New Applicants
The foundation explicitly states it funds only preselected recipients and no public application route is visible; although many new grantees appear in filings, that pattern looks consistent with the foundation selecting invitees rather than accepting unsolicited applications.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
