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  • Creating pathways to employment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

    Since the U.S. first recognized National Disability Employment Awareness Month in 1945, systemic barriers and inequities have persisted despite decades…

  • Honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Local researchers driving global impact

    Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month offers a moment to reflect on progress and recommit to advancing cancer research…

  • Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Accelerating Innovation

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    Cancer remains the leading cause of disease-related death in children, and for those diagnosed with aggressive bone sarcomas such…

  • A playground that unites and inspires

    Fruit Valley Park in Vancouver, Washington, spans six acres and serves more than 1,000 households, a central gathering space…

  • Kuni Foundation awards $13.4 million to advance IDD inclusion and cancer research across the Pacific Northwest

    Funding deepens ongoing commitment to accelerate inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and world-class cancer studies in…

  • Centering inclusion: Sabin CDC and partners advance affordable housing for people with IDD

    Sabin Community Development Corporation (CDC) recently hosted an engaging roundtable at its Center of Joy in Northeast Portland to…

  • Ben Furr

    Ben joined the Kuni Foundation in 2024 to lead grants management and communications, working in partnership with community nonprofits…

  • How Parkview Services built a brighter future for Eddie — and paved the way for inclusive housing solutions

    When Eddie was at risk of losing his home of 10 years, he and his family turned to Parkview…

  • An evening of community, compassion and hope with the University of Washington Medicine

    Surrounded by Dale Chihuly’s inspiring glass artwork, an equally inspiring capacity crowd came together on April 18 for the…

  • Oregon Health & Science University and Kuni Foundation celebrate $20 million philanthropic milestone funding world-class cancer research

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    This month OHSU celebrated a major milestone in our partnership to end cancer. Since 2020 the Kuni Foundation has…

  • Empowering Potential: Disability Employment Awareness

    People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) have unique skills and perspectives that benefit employers, yet the unemployment rate…

  • Logos/Publicizing Grants

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    We are proud of the important work our partners do to advance ground-breaking cancer research and accelerate inclusion for…

  • 2024 Transformation Grant Cycle is Open

    Advancing Opportunity and Inclusion for People Experiencing Intellectual and Developmental DisabilitiesWe are excited to announce the Kuni Foundation's 2024…

  • Intellectual & Developmental Disability Grants – Transformation

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    Process and ScheduleProgram Opens:July 16, 2024project brief due by 5 pm PST:August 16, 2024Applicants Notified; Invitations extended for proposals:August…

  • Kuni Foundation Awards $11.3 million to Washington and Oregon Nonprofits

    Funding accelerates inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and revolutionary cancer research.From a documentary film on Autism…

  • Matt Newell

    Matt is a partner at the law firm of Eidos Legacy. His practice is focused on advising closely held…

  • Grant Modifications

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    The Kuni Foundation is happy to consider no-cost extension requests. If you are a current grantee and would like…

  • Empowering Independence: Horizon Project, Inc. Launches STEP Center for Independent Living in Hermiston

    On a beautiful day in April with a room full of supporters, Horizon Project, Inc. proudly announced the opening…

  • 2023 Impact Report

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    Grantmaking Read more Impact Investing Read more Advocacy Read more …

  • Kuni Foundation Awards $2.5 million to Advance IDD Housing Options and Catalytic Cancer Research

    Funded projects include renovations to assist in aging in place for residents with IDD, the use of artificial intelligence…

  • Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Breaking Barriers and Fostering Inclusion

    Every year, during the month of October, we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an opportunity to recognize and…