The Library Foundation
Portland, Oregon · EIN 931190983 · Private foundation
Based in Portland, Oregon, The Library Foundation has awarded $10.5M across 8 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Multnomah County Library. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Library Foundation funds
The Library Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on libraries & literacy.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multnomah County Library TO SUPPORT COLLECTIONS, PROGRAMS, AND BUILDING PROJECTS OF MULTNOMAH COUNTY LIBRARY. | Portland, OR | $2.5M | 2024 |
| Multnomah County Library TO SUPPORT COLLECTIONS, PROGRAMS, AND BUILDING PROJECTS OF MULTNOMAH COUNTY LIBRARY. | Portland, OR | $2.4M | 2025 |
| Multnomah County Library TO SUPPORT COLLECTIONS, PROGRAMS, AND BUILDING PROJECTS OF MULTNOMAH COUNTY LIBRARY. | Portland, OR | $1.4M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Library Foundation
The Library Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at libraryfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Library Foundation
- Does The Library Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Library Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Library Foundation fund?
- The Library Foundation's grants focus on libraries & literacy. Example recipients include Multnomah County Library. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Library Foundation give in grants?
- The Library Foundation reported $1.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.5M over 8 grants.
- Where is The Library Foundation located?
- The Library Foundation is based in Portland, Oregon. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 931190983.
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