The Jackson Foundation
The Jackson Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes, with a strong emphasis on arts and culture, education, and community services. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing the quality of life through funding for general operating expenses, special projects, and developmental initiatives. The foundation primarily serves nonprofit organizations, particularly those located in Oregon, although it has also provided support to organizations in other states. Its funding priorities include arts organizations, food banks, and youth development programs, demonstrating a broad focus on community welfare and cultural enrichment.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
An Oregon-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit (especially arts/culture or community-focused) seeking modest project or developmental support rather than large unrestricted operating funding.
Good Fit
- • Located in Oregon or delivering programs primarily in Oregon.
- • Mission aligned with arts, culture, community services, youth development, or similar local needs.
- • Request is for a one-time project, developmental activity, or program support rather than routine staff salaries.
- • Asks in the foundation's typical range (many grants between $1k and $25k; median around $3.5k).
- • Can provide a 501(c)(3) exemption letter showing Oregon status.
Geography
Giving is heavily concentrated in one state: about 93% of dollars in the latest year went to Oregon, with only small out-of-state awards across a few other states.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows a broad recipient set—150 distinct grantees—with low concentration (top five ~13%) and many modest-sized awards, indicating wide institutional variety for the foundation's scale.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of openness includes 95 new recipients in the latest year and explicit application instructions (a formal application available on request and a mailed submission route); this combination supports a high likelihood that unfamiliar applicants can enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
