The James R Kuse Family Foundation
Historical FunderPortland, Oregon · EIN 58-1845413 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THE JAMES R KUSE FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 8989, PORTLAND OR 97207 |
| Phone | 5032481141 |
| CAROL@EHLENFAMILY.COM | |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NO RELATIVES OR EMPLOYEES OF ANY OF THE FOUNDATION TRUSTEES OR FOUNDATION DIRECTOR |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Oregon.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Glenview, IL | Wherever need is greatest | $50,000 |
| Naval Postgraduate School Foundation Inc | Monterey, CA | Wherever need is greatest | $50,000 |
| Shriners Children's Portland | Portland, OR | Wherever need is greatest | $35,000 |
| Casa for Children | Portland, OR | Wherever need is greatest | $30,000 |
| Halprin Landscape Conservancy | Portland, OR | Wherever need is greatest | $20,000 |
| Oliver Patch Project | Miami, FL | Wherever need is greatest | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $195,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $295,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 28, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532409349100708
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-1845413
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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