Christenson Family Foundation

Giving Back.
Paying Forward.

Rooted in gratitude. Guided by the belief that a life well-lived is measured by what we give.

Our Story

"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give."  —  Sir Winston Churchill

Grateful for our blessings.
Committed to sharing them.

The Christenson Family Foundation was born from a simple, deeply held conviction: those of us who have been fortunate have a responsibility to help others find their footing. Since our first grants in 2006, we've worked to support organizations that teach, heal, and inspire — touching mind, body, and spirit.

We follow our values — and the passion of our family board — to find where our giving can matter most.

See Our Grantees

Mind

Education, opportunity, and the power of knowledge to change a life's trajectory.

Body

Health, sustenance, and the basic dignity every person deserves.

Spirit

Community, belonging, and the organizations that lift the human spirit.

I am a huge fan of diversity — in nature, and in teams. The best teams are diverse teams. Different perspectives and different points of view are critical to good decisions. I hope the team that will lead the Christenson Family Foundation will strive and seek diverse points of view and honor those views as appropriate.
— Papa Ron, Founding Documents

Nearly two decades of giving

2006 Year Founded
40+ Organizations Supported
3 Generations on the Board
Global Geographic Reach