The Salem Foundation
Salem, Oregon · EIN 936018523 · Private foundation
Based in Salem, Oregon, The Salem Foundation has awarded $31.1M across 439 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to St Joseph Catholic Church. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Salem Foundation funds
The Salem Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, men boys, women girls, youth pop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic Church CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION | Salem, OR | $1.8M | 2025 |
| Catholic Community Services CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION | Salem, OR | $1.6M | 2025 |
| Marion Polk Food Share Inc CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION | Salem, OR | $1.1M | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from The Salem Foundation
The Salem 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 salemfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Salem Foundation
- Does The Salem Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Salem 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 Salem Foundation fund?
- The Salem Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include St Joseph Catholic Church, Catholic Community Services, Marion Polk Food Share Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Salem Foundation give in grants?
- The Salem Foundation reported $2.4M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $31.1M over 439 grants.
- Where is The Salem Foundation located?
- The Salem Foundation is based in Salem, Oregon. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 936018523.
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