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New fellows join 58 peers selected over the last 16 years of the Hallie Ford fellowship program Roseburg, Ore. –The Ford Family Foundation today named three 2026 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts. A jury of five arts professionals from within and beyond Oregon selected Katherine Aungier, Diego Morales-Portillo and Ralph Pugay from a competitive pool of 168 applicants. Each artist will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award to support their practice.  “Katherine, Diego and Ralph are some of the most critically aware, savvy artists working in Oregon,” said Kara Inae Carlisle, president and...

A group of 259 students residing in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California recently received news of scholarship funding from The Ford Family Foundation – allowing them to pursue their ambition of a bachelor’s or associate degree.

The Ford Family Foundation has announced the creation of the Hometown Fund, dedicated to supporting visionary, catalytic community projects that will transform the heart of our city.

Taylor Smiley Wolfe has more than 13 years of experience in public policy and government leadership focused on improving outcomes for families and communities.

A globally exhibited artist with longstanding influence in the Northwest, Pitt uses clay, glass and mixed media to celebrate the voices of Native people throughout the region.

A lifelong Oregonian, Insko brings extensive expertise in rural economic development, higher education leadership, public policy, and other areas vital to strengthening communities.

The latest data captured in Oregon by the Numbers 2025 show reveal strong student support, migration growth and other notable trends in rural and frontier counties.

The Ford Family Foundation is pleased to announce the hiring of Jennifer Lindsey as its first-ever communications director. In this role, Lindsey is responsible for all internal and external communication efforts.

A group of 274 students residing in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California recently received news of scholarship funding from The Ford Family Foundation – allowing them to pursue their ambition of a bachelor’s or associate degree.

New fellows join 55 peers selected over the last 15 years of the Hallie Ford fellowship program. Roseburg, Ore. –The Ford Family Foundation today named its 2025 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts, recognizing three Oregon visual artists for excellence. A jury of five arts professionals from within and outside of Oregon selected Derek Franklin, Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos) and Vo Vo, from a competitive pool of 160 applicants. They will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award to support their practice. “Derek, Vo and Sara have distinctive life stories that bring them to art making,” said Kara...

Dr. Joseph Robertson retires from Board service after 12 years and Dr. Gustavo Balderas joins.

After a competitive search process, The Ford Family Foundation is pleased to announce that Robin Hill-Dunbar will serve as the next Director of the Children, Youth and Families department.

Dr. Kasi Allen, current Director of Learning and Knowledge Management, receives promotion to inaugural role of VP of Learning and Impact.

Annual program gives funding for professional development projects that enrich teacher practice, schools and communities.

Annual program gives funding for professional development projects that enrich teacher practice, schools and communities.

Keavy Cook, current Director of Children, Youth and Families, receives promotion to inaugural role of VP of Programs.

A wealth of policy experience and eagerness to bridge divides will help Inman deliver on the Foundation’s commitment to improving the lives of rural kids.

The latest data captured in Oregon by the Numbers 2024 show statewide decreases in life expectancy and mitigating effect of federal stimulus on child poverty rates.

New fellows join 52 peers selected over the last 14 years of the Hallie Ford fellowship program. Roseburg, Oregon: The Ford Family Foundation today named its 2024 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts, recognizing three Oregon visual artists for excellence. A jury of five arts professionals from within and outside of Oregon selected Marcus Fischer and Sam Hamilton of Portland and Charlene Liu of Eugene, from a competitive pool of 179 applicants. They will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award to support their practice. “Charlene, Marcus and Sam are blazing paths through the contemporary art...

A group of 279 students residing in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California recently received news of scholarship funding from The Ford Family Foundation – allowing them to pursue their ambition of a bachelor’s or associate degree.

Wesley Sand retires from Board service after 16 years and Jerry Phillips, the eldest grandson of Kenneth W. Ford and Hallie E. Ford, begins Board service.

The Fund For Teachers grants educators up to $10,000 for professional development projects that enrich their teacher practice, school and communities.

The hiring of three new place-based team members enhances The Ford Family Foundation’s community building efforts statewide.

The latest data captured in Oregon by the Numbers 2023 reveals that, while job growth is rebounding post-pandemic in nearly every county, the portion of households in financial hardship remains mired statewide at 44 percent.

After more than a decade of strategic and community-driven leadership, Anne C. Kubisch retires as president and CEO of The Ford Family Foundation.

Rozalyn Mock and Yvette Rhodes will expand The Ford Family Foundation’s capacities to support rural families and economies by joining its Community Economic Development Department.

The Ford Family Foundation names three Oregon visual artists as Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts for 2023 Roseburg, Ore. — The Ford Family Foundation named its 2023 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts, recognizing three Oregon visual artists for demonstrated excellence. A jury of five arts professionals from within and outside of Oregon selected Lisa Jarrett and sidony o’neal of Portland and Rick Silva of Eugene, from a competitive pool of 181 applicants. They will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award and will join 49 of their peers selected over the last 13 years as Hallie Ford...

An innovative survey released today by The Ford Family Foundation and research partners at ECONorthwest and Portland State University shares insights into the lived experiences of households across Oregon. The findings set the table for conversations in backyards, town halls, schools, workplaces and the state Capitol.

Kara Inae Carlisle will join The Ford Family Foundation with deep experience in place-based grantmaking and lifelong commitment to rural community building.

A group of 280 students residing in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California recently received news of scholarship funding from The Ford Family Foundation – allowing them to pursue their ambition of a bachelor’s or associate degree.

As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.

As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.

As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.

As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.

A county-by-county analysis released today provides insights into the experiences of Oregonians in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic.

After serving as a leader for The Ford Family Foundation since 2013, President and Chief Executive Officer Anne Kubisch has announced her retirement, effective late 2023.

The Ford Family Foundation Names Three Oregon Visual Artists as Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts for 2022 Roseburg, Ore. — The Ford Family Foundation today named its 2022 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts, recognizing three Oregon visual artists for demonstrated excellence. A jury of five arts professionals from within and outside of Oregon selected John Houck, Brenda Mallory, and Arvie Smith, all of Portland, from a competitive pool of 175 applicants. They will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award and will join 46 of their peers selected over the last 12 years as Hallie Ford...

More than 6,000 residents of Oregon and Siskiyou County, Calif., have advanced their educations with significant support from the Foundation since its first scholarships were awarded in 1994.

The Ford Family Foundation recognizes an unprecedented opportunity for rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, Calif. communities to access and utilize public sector funding streams from federal and state governments.

The Ford Family Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new framework for supporting rural entrepreneurs called Growing Rural Oregon — GRO. Four Oregon cities will participate in GRO’s first cohort.