Quick Summary
Name: B P Lester & Regina John Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $1,619,165 (2024) |
| Grant Range | $9,000 - $30,000+ |
| Average Grant | $21,500 |
| Application Method | Invitation Only |
Contact Details
No website, phone, or email publicly available. Foundation is based in Portland, OR.
Geographic Focus
Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas. May fund internationally through Catholic missionary organizations.
Funding Priorities
- Roman Catholic missionary and international relief organizations
- Catholic education (e.g., St. Mary's Academy)
- Local church-sponsored organizations (e.g., St. Michael the Archangel Church)
- Secular health and welfare agencies
What They Don't Fund
Not publicly disclosed. Does not accept unsolicited applications - funds only preselected organizations.
Application Method
Invitation only. The foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Organizations cannot apply - the foundation selects grantees at its own discretion.
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