Vc Fund

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Private Foundation
Portland, OregonSmallEIN: 943189006
ChurchesEducation NonprofitsFood BanksVictim Aid ServicesFoster Care and Child Welfare Agencies

The organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing financial support primarily to charitable organizations. Its mission focuses on general support for various causes, including assistance for individuals with ALS, children with learning disabilities, and victims of violence and human trafficking. The foundation shows a strong commitment to faith-based initiatives, education, and community service, reflecting its values in the diverse range of recipients it supports. It primarily serves organizations that address social welfare, education, and health-related issues, with a notable emphasis on supporting churches and educational nonprofits.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

A public charity-sized organization in Oregon or the surrounding region seeking general operating support — often faith-based, educational, health, or community-service nonprofits — with capacity to receive mid-sized grants.

Good Fit

  • Is a registered public charity (the foundation restricts grants to public charities).
  • Seeks general operating or unrestricted support rather than narrowly restricted project funding.
  • Has an existing presence or program footprint in Oregon or nearby states (CA, WA, KY).
  • Has budget and reporting capacity appropriate for grants in the $10k–$150k range.

Geography

Moderate

Giving is regionally focused: grants were awarded in four states with nearly half of dollars directed to the foundation's home state, indicating a regional rather than national footprint.

Recipient Variety

Broad

Each observed year shows two dozen-plus distinct recipients (24–28) across multiple mission areas, with a mix of repeat and many new grantees, which indicates a broad recipient set for the foundation's size.

New Applicants

Broad

Direct evidence shows substantial turnover and entry (about 11 new recipients in the latest year) and the foundation provides clear application instructions and a named contact for mailed written applications, so unfamiliar applicants appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026