The Janet And Earl Seekins | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 81-4624131
Foundation Overview
Based in Bend, OR, The Janet And Earl Seekins has awarded 169 grants totaling $512,147 to organizations in Oregon, New York and 5 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $8,000, with a median award of $3,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 20 recipients (20%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
63% of grants are awarded in Oregon, with additional funding distributed across 6 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Oregon, funding concentrates in Bend (53%), Portland (43%), Warm Springs (3%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 215% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Janet And Earl Seekins'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opb | $2,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $3,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $3,750 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Blanchet House | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Statement Arts | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Kids Center | $3,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Central City Concern | $3,250 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Winterhaven School | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| A Way Home For Dogs | $2,000 | San Diego, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $2,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Boundless Freedom Project | $8,000 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Duniway School | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| A Place Called Home | $3,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Zen Caregiving Project | $2,500 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Civics Learning Project | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Garden School Foundation | $3,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | $2,000 | Glenview, IL, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Deschutes Children's Foundation | $1,750 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Minds Matter | $3,250 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2024 |
| Opb | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Blanchet House | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Statement Arts | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Kids Center | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Central City Concern | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Winterhaven School | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| A Way Home For Dogs | $2,000 | San Diego, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Boundless Freedom Project | $5,000 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Duniway School | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Salvation Army | $100 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| A Place Called Home | $1,750 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Fernanco Pullun Community Art Cente | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Worthy Beyond Purpose | $3,500 | Santa Monica, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Zen Caregiving Project | $2,750 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Civics Learning Project | $3,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | $2,500 | New Brunswick, NJ, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Opb | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Blanchet House | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Statement Arts | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Kids Center | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Central City Concern | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Winterhaven School | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| A Way Home For Dogs | $2,000 | San Diego, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Boundless Freedom Project | $5,000 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Duniway School | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Salvation Army | $100 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| A Place Called Home | $1,750 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Fernanco Pullun Community Art Cente | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Worthy Beyond Purpose | $3,500 | Santa Monica, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Zen Caregiving Project | $2,750 | San Francisco, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Civics Learning Project | $3,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | $2,500 | New Brunswick, NJ, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2023 |
| Opb | $2,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Classroom Law Project | $2,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Blanchet House | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Warm Springs Community Assoc | $2,500 | Warm Springs, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Statement Arts | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Kids Center | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,399 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Central City Concern | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Winterhaven | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| A Way Home For Dogs | $2,500 | San Diego, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Skate Like A Girl | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Defy Ventures | $2,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Boundless Freedom Project | $5,000 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| 9 Dots | $2,500 | Torrance, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Duniway | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Opb | $2,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Classroom Law Project | $2,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Blanchet House | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Warm Springs Community Assoc | $2,500 | Warm Springs, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Statement Arts | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Kids Center | $3,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,399 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Central City Concern | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Winterhaven | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| A Way Home For Dogs | $2,500 | San Diego, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Downtown Women's Center | $2,500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Skate Like A Girl | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Defy Ventures | $2,500 | Pasadena, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Boundless Freedom Project | $5,000 | Sacramento, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| 9 Dots | $2,500 | Torrance, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Duniway | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2022 |
| Opb | $2,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Classroom Law Project | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $5,660 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Blanchet House | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Rose Haven | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Warm Springs Community Assoc | $4,400 | Warm Springs, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Statement Arts | $4,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Thistle Farms | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Tools And Tiaras | $4,499 | New Your, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Bk Rot Inc | $3,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Casa Of Central Oregon | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Kids Center | $4,001 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,010 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Beat Youth Theatre | $1,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Dunaway Foundation | $1,500 | La Jolla, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Sparrow Clubs | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Building Beats | $3,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Street Dog Hero | $1,957 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Central City Concern | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Winterhaven | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2021 |
| Opb | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $4,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Classroom Law Project | $4,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $5,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Oregon Tradeswomen | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Portland Street Art Alliance | $3,000 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Statement Arts | $4,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Thistle Farms | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Tools And Tiaras | $4,500 | New Your, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Bk Rot Inc | $2,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Kids Center | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Dunaway Foundation | $3,000 | La Jolla, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| The Giving Plate | $100 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Building Beats | $3,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Yellowhammer Fund | $3,500 | Tuscaloosa, AL, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Street Dog Hero | $1,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Santium Canyon Wildfire | $3,000 | Sublimity, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Saving Grace | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2020 |
| Opb | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Classroom Law Project | $4,500 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Wo Smith Music School | $4,300 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Oregon Tradeswomen | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Nashville Food Project | $4,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Portland Street Art Alliance | $1,400 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Statement Arts | $4,500 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Thistle Farms | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Tools And Tiaras | $4,500 | New Your, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Bk Rot Inc | $1,300 | Brooklyn, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Harmony Program | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Kids Center | $4,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Co Veterans Ranch | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Family Access Nework | $3,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Dunaway Foundation | $3,000 | La Jolla, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2019 |
| Oregon Public Broadcasting | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Healthy Beginings | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Casa | $5,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Oregon Tradeswomen | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Donors Choose | $5,011 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Money Think | $5,000 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Statement Arts | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Smart | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2018 |
| Saving Grace | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Tower Theatre Foundation | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Healthy Beginings | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Casa | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Central Oregon Veterans Ranch | $2,000 | Bend, OR, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Donors Choose | $5,011 | New York, NY, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Money Think | $2,500 | Oakland, CA, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
| Fund For Teachers | $2,500 | Houston, TX, US | To Further The Mission Of The Organization | 2017 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 81-4624131 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 824 NW COLUMBIA STREET Bend, OR 97703-0000 |
Key People (5)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Janet And Earl Seekins's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Earl I Seekins |
|---|---|
| Sec/treas | Janet L Seekins |
| Vice President | Emily Seekins Peter |
| Director | Clare J Seekins |
| Director | Grace I Seekins |
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