Mardi Schnitzer Spitzer Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 47-4287703
Foundation Overview
Based in Lake Oswego, OR, Mardi Schnitzer Spitzer Foundation has awarded 148 grants totaling $551,021 to organizations in Oregon, California and 13 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $50 to $20,350, with a median award of $1,400.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 14 recipients (29%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
58% of grants are awarded in Oregon, with additional funding distributed across 14 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Oregon, funding concentrates in Portland (74%), Beaverton (15%), Tigard (7%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 66% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (67%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Mardi Schnitzer Spitzer Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $16,536 | Tigard, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Ohsu Center For Women's Health Circle Of Giving | 2024 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $2,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| American Cancer Society | $528 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Gifted Wishes | $500 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Seacrest Village Retirement Communities | $100 | Encinitas, CA, US | Milton And Madeline Goldbberg Resident Assistance Fund | 2024 |
| Jewish National Fund Usa | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Childhelp | $100 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Indian Wells Chapter | 2024 |
| Providence Portland Medical Center | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| The Dougy Center | $52 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Evans Scholars House | $50 | Eugene, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| The Freshwater Trust | $50 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2024 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $15,000 | Tigard, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ohsu-knight Cancer Institute | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,050 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Jewish National Fund Usa | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $2,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Mjcc | $1,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Bbyo | $500 | Washington Dc, WA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Doernbecher Children's Hospital | $300 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Donald Chalken Bita Program | $100 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Lipscomb University | $100 | Nashville, TN, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Oregon Jewish Museum | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ucsf Foundation | $50 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $15,000 | Tigard, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ohsu-knight Cancer Institute | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,050 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Jewish National Fund Usa | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $2,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Mjcc | $1,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Bbyo | $500 | Washington Dc, WA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Doernbecher Children's Hospital | $300 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Donald Chalken Bita Program | $100 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Lipscomb University | $100 | Nashville, TN, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Oregon Jewish Museum | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ucsf Foundation | $50 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2023 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Gifted Wishes | $500 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $2,750 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $4,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Desert Community Foundation | $1,000 | Palm Desert, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of The Desert | $1,200 | Rancho Mirage, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Tigard, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Gifted Wishes | $500 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $2,750 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $4,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Desert Community Foundation | $1,000 | Palm Desert, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of The Desert | $1,200 | Rancho Mirage, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Tigard, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Gifted Wishes | $500 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $2,750 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $4,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Desert Community Foundation | $1,000 | Palm Desert, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation For Parkinson's Research | $100 | New York, NY, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of The Desert | $1,200 | Rancho Mirage, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Tigard, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2022 |
| 4 Shay J Fdn | $1,000 | Indio, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $6,050 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | $500 | Boston, MA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Camp Rosenbaum | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,200 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Congregation Neveh Shalom Foundation School | $200 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | $50 | Glenview, IL, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Gifted Wishes | $500 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Harmon Recovery Foundation | $5,000 | La Quinta, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $20,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Jewish Federation Of Cleveland | $200 | Beachwood, OH, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,750 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Oregon Food Bank | $150 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| Oregon Jewish Comm Fdn | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2021 |
| American Red Cross | $50 | Washington, DC, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,400 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare | $100 | Hyannis, MA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| 4 Shay J Fdn | $5,350 | Indio, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Leap Wilderness | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Oregon Jewish Comm Fdn | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Mjcc | $1,080 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Cedar Sinai Park | $5,050 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Oregon Zoo Foundation | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Catlin Gabel | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Wenatchee Valley Symphony | $100 | Wenatchee, WA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Pacific Photographers Archive | $100 | Madras, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Tower Cancer Research | $1,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| Childhelp | $2,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2020 |
| 4 Shayj Foundation | $5,000 | Indio, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| American Cancer Society | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| B'nai B'rith Camp | $2,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Child Help | $200 | Phoenix, AZ, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $3,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Domestic Violence Safe Dialogue | $500 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Gifted Wishes | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Institute For Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research | $10,000 | West Hollywood, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Louisiana Baptist Children | $100 | Monroe, LA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Oregon Health & Science University Foundation | $10,100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Oregon Jewish Community Foundation | $75 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Portland Neighborhood Emergency Teams | $500 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Shadow Hills High School | $500 | Indio, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| St Thomas More Catholic Church | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Stanford Hospital And Clinics | $100 | Stanford, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Temple Isaiah | $100 | Palm Springs, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| The Oregon Community Foundation | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| University Of Montana Foundation | $200 | Missoula, MT, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| University Of Oregon Foundation | $100 | Eugene, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| Washington University In St Louis | $200 | St Louis, MI, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2018 |
| 4 Shayj Foundation | $5,300 | Indio, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | $700 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Desert Community Foundation | $1,600 | Palm Desert, CA, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $20,350 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Oregon Health & Science University Foundation | $10,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Project Lemonade Inc | $10,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Providence Portland Medical Foundation | $100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Sun Valley Writers Conference | $500 | Ketchum, ID, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| The Dougy Center | $3,100 | Portland, OR, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Wayland Academy | $100 | Beaver Dam, WI, US | To Accomplish Its Mission | 2017 |
| Ohsu Foundation | $3,600 | Portland, OR, US | To Provide Funds To Accomplish Its Function | 2016 |
| 4 Shayj Foundation | $1,000 | Indio, CA, US | To Provide Funds To Accomplish Its Function | 2016 |
| The Dougy Center | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Provide Funds To Accomplish Its Function | 2016 |
| Jewish Federation Of Greater Portland | $18,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Provide Funds To Accomplish Its Function | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 47-4287703 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | CO ALDRICH 5665 SW MEADOWS RD 20 Lake Oswego, OR 97035-0000 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Mardi Schnitzer Spitzer Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Director, President | Mardi S Spitzer |
|---|---|
| Director, Secretary | Marc A Lippman |
| Director, Treasurer | David R Lippman |
Forms 990-PF
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