Nonprofit spending analysis for Oregon: 84% goes to programs, 11% to administration, 5% to fundraising. Based on 520 organizations.
Among 9,997 nonprofits in Oregon, 520 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 84% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 11% to administrative costs, and 5% to fundraising activities.
Oregon nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 84% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 520 organizations collectively manage $57.9B in revenue and $108.9B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Oregon.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Little League Baseball Inc | 5% | $111K |
| 2 | Eastern Vascular Society Inc | 30% | $902K |
| 3 | Promethean Genesis | 60% | $187K |
| 4 | Sempdx Inc | 60% | $128K |
| 5 | Mayflower Group | 70% | $102K |
| 6 | Wrg Foundation | 70% | $3.5M |
| 7 | Peter H Michaelson Foundation | 70% | $68K |
| 8 | United States Bowling Congress Inc | 70% | $85K |
| 9 | Paye Inc | 70% | $140K |
| 10 | Bridge Housing Corporation | 70% | $172K |
| 11 | East Portland Chamber Of Commerce | 70% | $45K |
| 12 | Grace & Hope For Children | 70% | $82K |
| 13 | Renaissance Court Inc | 70% | $200K |
| 14 | Jerry And Donnis Lausmann Foundation | 70% | $83K |
| 15 | Madras Buffalo Boosters | 70% | $36K |
| 16 | Southwestern Oregon Veteransoutreach Inc | 70% | $87K |
| 17 | Entrepreneurs Organization | 70% | $280K |
| 18 | Rugged Cross Ranch Ministries | 70% | $572K |
| 19 | Aster Inc | 70% | $286K |
| 20 | Tie Oregon | 70% | $262K |
On average, Oregon nonprofits spend 84% on programs, 11% on administration, and 5% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 520 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Oregon, the average is 84%.
The table above ranks Oregon nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.