Thesis Foundation Fund
Thesis Foundation Fund supports Portland-area nonprofits addressing racial equity, funding educational and digital programming that serves underserved communities and helps close the equity gap.
Funder: Oregon Community Foundation
Due Dates: Spring and fall (two application cycles annually)
Funding Amounts: More than $170,000 granted since 2019 (historical cumulative total)
Summary: Supports Portland-area nonprofits addressing racial equity and serving underserved communities through educational and digital programming.
Key Information: Applicants must be IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, or Clark County.
Description
The Thesis Foundation Fund is an advised fund of Oregon Community Foundation, led by employees of Thesis, an independent creative agency based in Portland. It supports charitable nonprofit organizations working to close the equity gap in the greater Portland metro area. Its mission centers on organizations that engage with racial equity and contribute to underserved communities through educational and digital programming.
The fund’s geographic focus covers Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties in Oregon, plus Clark County in southwest Washington. Its support connects local nonprofit work with the foundation’s commitment to communities at the heart of its employees and city.
