King Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to charitable giving, with a strong emphasis on education and community service. Its mission is reflected in its support for various educational institutions, food banks, and community service organizations, indicating a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and addressing food insecurity. The foundation primarily serves educational and charitable causes, with notable recipients including schools and food assistance programs. While it operates mainly in Oregon, it also extends support to organizations in other states.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized charitable organizations, especially Oregon-based education or community service groups, that have an existing connection or are likely to be invited to apply.
Good Fit
- • Located in Oregon or serving Oregon communities.
- • Educational institutions, faith-based schools, or local food/community service organizations.
- • Need for grants in the $500–$15,000 range.
- • An existing relationship, referral, or prior contact with a board member or trustee.
Geography
Giving in the observed year was heavily concentrated in Oregon (about 93% of dollars) though small gifts also went to three other states; the footprint is effectively local to the foundation's state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows ten distinct independent recipients across education, food assistance, senior services and community groups, which indicates moderate variety for a micro-foundation; however the top five grants accounted for most dollars, so financial concentration is high.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of recipient turnover is unavailable because only one year is observed, but the foundation explicitly notes it only funds preselected applicants and no public submission route was found, making entry by an unfamiliar applicant unlikely.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
