Every year we invest in remarkable nonprofit organizations. In 2025 we conducted one grant cycle and learned about so much incredible, passionate, and effective work being done in our community of Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties. This year we are supporting these nonprofit organizations that inspire and enable kids to participate in athletics. On a daily basis, the individuals and volunteers at these community spaces provide access, inclusion, and opportunity for youth.
Active Children Portland empowers kids to lead healthy lives, succeed academically, and engage in positive community projects. ACP helps to close health and achievement gaps through community-based mentor-led programming. (soccer, volleyball and basketball)
The First Tee / The Children’s Course help under-served children build academic, life and golf skills while forging trusting relationships and providing a safe space to be active, build healthy habits and experience the outdoors. (golf)
Girls on the Run promotes fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls, ages 4 – 18, to build their confidence, kindness and decision-making skills. (running)
Grackles Rugby provides rugby for girls and welcomes every athlete regardless of skill, body type, or experience. (rugby)
Cada Casa provides accessible, intercultural, educational experiences, athletic programs, and community engagement opportunities through schools and community outreach. (Futsol and community soccer)
p:ear Mentor builds positive relationships with homeless youth through art, education, outdoor recreation, and job training programs. (outdoor activities – hiking)
Playworks provides support and mentorship for recess to improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play at school.
Tualatin Hills Park Foundation vision is for everyone’s life to be enriched through recreational programming. The new FLOAT (Foundations of Lifesaving, Opportunity and Aquatic Training) program providing essential water safety knowledge and foundational swimming skills for high school students.
LEAP Wilderness Adventures creates empowering experiences for those facing adversity and trauma by providing wilderness programs. (river rafting and whitewater rafting)
Portland Tennis & Education offers tuition-free, year-round programming that includes tutoring, STEAM activities, and literacy support to a diverse group of students and their families. (tennis and pickleball)
Elite Sports Academy provides all day summer program with sports, athletic training and educational sessions. (multiple sports like basketball, running, CrossFit and more)
Steps for Youth is an in-school and after-school dance program focuses on providing affordable and enriching dance education to Youth of Color and mixed abilities. (dance).
Push Movement creates healthy, inclusive communities through skateboarding and creative self-expression. In school partnerships and afterschool program for middle school and high school students. (skateboarding)
Pacific University Handball provides opportunities through handball for student athletes regardless of financial capacity. This is a donor designated funding through the Emmerson Fund.
To learn more about Grant Funding at the foundation please visit our grant page.