First Presbyterian Church of Bend Foundation
230 NE 9th Street, Bend, OR 97701
Annual Report for 2024
The First Presbyterian Church of Bend Foundation is excited to share how its financial support has empowered the church’s ministries throughout the year. In 2024, the Foundation approved distributions totaling $41,077 to fund a variety of impactful initiatives:
- Education and medical insurance cards for children in a Burundi village
- A nursing scholarship at COCC
- Family Action Network – connecting children to essential services and ensuring they remain healthy and in school
- First Presbyterian Church of Bend programs:
- Food Fund
- Kits for Kids
- Music Ministries
- Scholarships for students in San Luis Toleman, Guatemala
- ReVillage – a cooperative childcare center
At the close of 2024, the Foundation’s total assets amounted to $857,814. The Foundation’s annual distribution goal is set at 4% of total assets to preserve the original donations in perpetuity. Most distributions ranged from $1,000 to $6,000. However, an exception was made for ReVillage, which received a $10,000 bridge loan in December to cover staff salaries. The board was reimbursed in January when additional funding arrived from other sources.
Funding Process
Requests for funding must be submitted in writing, approved by a pastor, and reviewed by the board’s allocations committee. The full board then deliberates and makes final decisions on each request.
2024 Foundation Board Members
- Bob Bates
- Jim Dowden
- Kenny Hadden
- John Koziol
- Brenda Simpson
- Judy Steigler
- Russ Truel
- Gretchen Williver
- Rev. Dr. Steven Koski (ex officio)
- Kathy Malone (Session liaison to the Foundation)
In 2025, the board welcomes George Blankenship and Bob Brydges to the team.
Planned Giving and Donations
The Foundation board members are available to discuss planned giving with anyone considering including the Foundation in their estate plans. If you’ve already made such arrangements, we encourage you to let us know. Contributions by check can be made payable to the First Presbyterian Church of Bend Foundation. Other donation options include marketable securities, retirement plan assets, insurance policies, tangible personal property, and real estate.
Our Purpose
The Foundation provides a long-term avenue for supporting the church’s ministries beyond the regular church budget. As a separate entity, it ensures that funds donated are invested and distributed sustainably for ongoing charitable work.
The Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation (Tax ID: 85-1978134). Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:
John Koziol, First Presbyterian Church of Bend Foundation
Email: [email protected]