University Of Oregon Foundation

Eugene, OR · Founded 1951

Administering private charitable gifts for University of Oregon

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Fundraising
Topic
Community Services
Contact
Ronald Weinhold

About Organization

University of Oregon Foundation manages private charitable gifts to support student scholarships, faculty support, academic programs, and building improvements at the University of Oregon. Based in Eugene, OR, the foundation generated $302.3 million in revenue in 2021 with 43 employees and assets of $2.6 billion.

What They Focus On

Core Services

Primary programs and activities aligned with organizational mission and community needs

Community Partnerships

Collaborative relationships with organizations and stakeholders strengthening collective impact

Capacity Building

Infrastructure and resource development enhancing organizational effectiveness and sustainability

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2021)

$302.3M

-29.9% vs 2021

Assets (2021)

$2.6B

+12.9% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2021
2021 $431,511,478 $193,390,588 $2,289,972,498 43
2020
2020 $206,675,049 $160,335,626 $2,264,506,967 46
2019 $267,924,803 $432,949,906 $1,406,809,391 51
2018 $294,528,063 $98,306,582 $1,604,433,351 49
2017 $171,996,503 $114,296,712 $1,405,487,960 51

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assessment

    Identifying community needs and organizational priorities through data analysis and stakeholder consultation

  • 02

    Planning

    Developing strategic initiatives and allocating resources to address identified needs and opportunities

  • 03

    Implementation

    Delivering programs and services through trained staff, volunteers, and community partnerships

  • 04

    Evaluation

    Measuring outcomes and collecting feedback to improve effectiveness and accountability

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by University Of Oregon Foundation

Scholarship Support

Merit and need-based financial aid enabling students to access higher education and complete degrees

Faculty Excellence

Endowed chairs and research grants supporting academic innovation and attracting distinguished scholars to campus

Campus Development

Facility improvements and technology upgrades enhancing learning environments and student experiences across campus

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind University Of Oregon Foundation.

RW

Ronald Weinhold

Chief Executive Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $533,601
JN

Jay Namyet

Former Chief Inv Officer
Compensation: $276,527
CG

Corey Galstan

Former Director Of Inv
Compensation: $276,152
KB

Kelly Bosch

Chief Financial Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $264,713
CM

Clint McNutt

Director Of Reporting
Full-time
Compensation: $112,657
RE

Robert Erick

Assoc Director - Accounting
Full-time
Compensation: $102,685
KB

Kelly Bosch Cfo

CFO
KB

Kelly Bosch Cfo

CFO
KB

Kelly Bosch Cfo

CFO
VE

Volker Engelbert

Former Sr. Dir Of Inv
Compensation: $525,250
AM

Amin Mottahed

Sr. Project Manager
Full-time
Compensation: $151,190
JC

John Callahan

VP Technology Services
Full-time
Compensation: $142,395
LC

Laura Chen

Former Assoc Dir Of Inv
Compensation: $135,459
CB

Cheryl Billard

VP, Hr & Admin Serv
Full-time
Compensation: $123,304
PW

Paul Weinhold

CM

Cheri Minick

MP

Mindi Pardy

Milestones

2021

Revenue Peak

2021

Reached $431,511,478 in annual revenue demonstrating organizational growth

2021

Program Expansion

2021

Expanded services and outreach to reach more beneficiaries and strengthen community impact

2024

Partnership Growth

2024

Developed strategic partnerships with organizations to leverage resources and expand reach

2026

Continued Impact

2026

Ongoing programs and services reaching communities through mission-aligned activities

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AA
Aisha Almana Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
AP
Allen Parker Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BK
Bob Komin Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BP
Bob Poletti Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
BW
Bryan Wolf Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
CM
Carey McNally Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DJ
Derek Jernstedt Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DD
Derrick Deadwiler Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
DL
Desmond Lynch Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
FP
Fred Poust Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
GB
Greg Bell Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JB
Jeffrey Beaver Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Joan Siegel Board Chair 1.00 hrs/week
JH
John Harrison Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Julie Schlendorf Secretary & Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Julie Stott Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
KS
Ken Singer Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
LV
Lisa Vance Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
MR
Merritt Richardson Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
OH
Oystein Harsvik Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RJ
Renee James Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
RS
Ron Sauer Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Soledad Hurst Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SF
Sue Fuller Trustee 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Susan Stevens Chair Elect 1.00 hrs/week
TD
Tonya Dressel Trustee 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$3.1M

Highest Paid

$619K

Ronald Weinhold

Compensated Officers

11

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Ronald Weinhold Chief Executive Officer $533,601 $85,061 $618,662 40
Volker Engelbert Former SR. DIR Of Inv $525,250 $53,065 $578,315
Jay Namyet Former Chief Inv Officer $276,527 $67,433 $343,960
Kelly Bosch Chief Financial Officer $264,713 $50,425 $315,138 40
Corey Galstan Former Director Of Inv $276,152 $33,215 $309,367
Amin Mottahed SR. Project Manager $151,190 $47,813 $199,003 40
John Callahan VP Technology Services $142,395 $36,167 $178,562 40
Cheryl Billard VP, HR & Admin Serv $123,304 $32,450 $155,754 40
Robert Erick ASSOC Director - Accounting $102,685 $51,569 $154,254 40
Laura Chen Former ASSOC DIR Of Inv $135,459 $15,556 $151,015
Clint Mcnutt Director Of Reporting $112,657 $30,472 $143,129 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$48.4M Grants Received
26 Organizations

Top Funders

26 total
GD
Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund
$43.3M
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$1.1M
TC
The Chicago Community Trust 2 grants
$997K
IS
Internet Society Foundation
$600K
MS
Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc.
$503K
TI
The Independent Charitable Gift Fund
$400K
SV
Silicon Valley Community Foundation
$248K
OF
Occu Foundation Inc.
$165K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$151K
AE
American Endowment Foundation
$118K
+16 more funders
Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Chicago Community Trust Internet Society Foundation Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. The Independent Charitable Gift Fund Silicon Valley Community Foundation Occu Foundation Inc. American Online Giving Foundation Inc. American Endowment Foundation Liu Shiming Art Foundation Tides Foundation Oregon Boosters Association Inc. The Bessemer Giving Fund The Ayco Charitable Foundation Ecotrust National Charitable Endowment Inc. Seattle Foundation American Gift Fund The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Readability Matters Willamette Valley Track & Field Inc Charities Aid Foundation America Fenwick Community Fund T Rowe Price Program For Charitable Oregon Consular Corps Scholarship Fund
Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Chicago Community Trust Internet Society Foundation Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. The Independent Charitable Gift Fund Silicon Valley Community Foundation Occu Foundation Inc. American Online Giving Foundation Inc. American Endowment Foundation Liu Shiming Art Foundation Tides Foundation Oregon Boosters Association Inc. The Bessemer Giving Fund The Ayco Charitable Foundation Ecotrust National Charitable Endowment Inc. Seattle Foundation American Gift Fund The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Readability Matters Willamette Valley Track & Field Inc Charities Aid Foundation America Fenwick Community Fund T Rowe Price Program For Charitable Oregon Consular Corps Scholarship Fund

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
2 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

University Of Oregon
2 filings
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with University Of Oregon Foundation

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1720 E 13th Ave 410 Eugene, OR 974032253