Grants Core Values Behind Our Giving:

  • Be loyal to the community of which we are a part
  • Be good to our neighbors
  • Be direct and disciplined, yet kind and considerate
  • Be trusting and affirm it through careful review
  • Plan well and ask good questions

Sectors

We partner with nonprofits working in these sectors:

Health & Human Services

Past grantees in this sector:

  • YMCA Clark County
  • Providence St Vincent Medical Foundation
  • Share
  • Peace Health of Southwest Washington

Education

Past grantees in this sector:

  • Community Transitional School
  • Edison High School
  • Lewis and Clark Law School
  • University of Oregon

Children & Youth

Past grantees in this sector:

  • Friends of the Children
  • Gift of Adoption Fund
  • New Avenue for Youth
  • Children’s Course, Inc.

The Arts

Past grantees in this sector:

  • The Oregon Symphony
  • Portland Art Museum
  • Enspire Arts
  • Oregon Society of Artists

Things We Look for in an Organization

  • Groups congruent with the mission/sectors served
  • Groups with effective leadership and board
  • Groups located in the Northwest or whose primary work is in the Northwest (Washington/Oregon)
  • Groups with support from Foundations and donors
  • Groups for which support helps a project or organization in a significant way

Grants Process

At this time, the Keller Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Our team identifies key priorities, develops initiatives, and partners with organizations best suited to bring these ideas to life. We are proud to support nonprofits across diverse program areas and remain committed to making meaningful, measurable impacts.

Past Grantees

Clark County Food Bank

Empowering youth through holistic mentoring to build resilience, overcome challenges, and create lasting community change.

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Gift of Adoption

Helping children in vulnerable circumstances find stable, loving homes and opportunities to thrive.

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Community Transitional School

Providing at-risk children with a safe, supportive environment to learn and grow for a brighter future.

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