Ken and Dean Kirn Foundation
Invitation OnlyVancouver, Washington · EIN 82-3097498 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$310K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$6.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
66% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Sw Wa | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $186,000 |
| Columbia River Maritime Museum | Astoria, OR | Donation to general fund | $25,000 |
| Vancouver Symphony Orchestra | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $25,000 |
| Freedom Foundation | Brooklyn, NY | Donation to general fund | $10,000 |
| Open House Ministries | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $10,000 |
| Clark County Food Bank | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Free Clinics of Sw Washington | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Washington, DC | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Sacramento, CA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Reston, VA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| The Historic Trust | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | Portland, OR | Donation to general fund | $5,000 |
| Conservative Partnership Institute | Washington, DC | Donation to general fund | $3,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Washington, DC | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Jacksonville, FL | Donation to general fund | $2,500 |
| Cascade Policy Institute | Portland, OR | Donation to general fund | $2,000 |
| Accuracy in Media | Washington, DC | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of Sw Washington | Vancouver, WA | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| New Avenues for Youth | Portland, OR | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
| World Forestry Center | Portland, OR | Donation to general fund | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $310,000 | 21 |
| 2024 | $182,500 | 13 |
| 2023 | $255,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631339349104773
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3097498
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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