Meyer Memorial Trust

One of the largest private funders in Oregon, Meyer Memorial Trust commits its position, resources and energies to dismantling barriers to equity and improving community conditions to that all Oregonians can reach their full potential. Established in 1982 from the estate of grocery store founder Fred G. Meyer, Meyer Memorial Trust has awarded grants and program-related investments in excess of $834 million to more than 3,400 organizations. With current assets of approximately $840 million, Meyer focuses on work in Oregon in four areas Oregonians have identified as crucial to making the state better for all its residents: housing, education, the environment and building stronger communities. In July, the foundation established its largest initiative to date, Justice Oregon for Black Lives, a $25 million commitment over five years to invest in Black-led and Black-serving organizations, reimagine public safety and support large-scale systems change.