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Private foundation · EIN 81-0518232

Leroy and Claris Strand Foundation

Stanford, MT

Leroy and Claris Strand Foundation is a private foundation based in Stanford, MT. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $201K in grants and contributions paid across 62 grants, with $40.9M in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to Highwood Rural Fire Department, Judith Basin County 4-H Council and Geraldine Community Ambulance.

How to request funding

Contact
Dawnita D Sampsel
Phone
4067992379
Address
Po Box 528, Stanford, Mt, 59479
Form and materials
Completed application with additional information if necessary
Deadlines
May 1 and november 1
Restrictions
Specific geographical communities - contributions are restricted to organizations located within or nearby the following cities and towns: raynesford, fort benton, stanford, geyser, belt, geraldine and highwood but not in or nearby denton, coffee creek, windham, hobson, utica, and great falls, montana.

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2025

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Highwood Rural Fire DepartmentHighwood, MTCharitable$15,000
Judith Basin County 4-H CouncilStanford, MTCharitable$15,000
Geraldine Community AmbulanceGeraldine, MTCharitable$10,000
Geyser Fire DeptGeyser, MTCharitable$8,000
Geraldine Youth Sports IncGeraldine, MTCharitable$7,500
Geyser Community ClubGeyser, MTCharitable$7,500
Geyser Senior Citizen CenterGeyser, MTCharitable$7,500
Fort Benton Memorial AmbulanceFort Benton, MTCharitable$6,000
Basin Wellness Center IncStanford, MTCharitable$5,000
Belt Golden Agers Senior CenterBelt, MTCharitable$5,000
Belt Swimming PoolBelt, MTCharitable$5,000
Geraldine Senior CitizensGeraldine, MTCharitable$5,000
Geraldine Swimming Pool Assoc IncGeraldine, MTCharitable$5,000
Little Belt Cowboys AssocBelt, MTPrograms$5,000
Spire Health IncorporatedGeraldine, MTCharitable$5,000
Stanford AmbulanceGeyser, MTCharitable$5,000
Judith Basin Food PantryStanford, MTCharitable$4,000
Judith Basin Senior CenterStanford, MTCharitable$4,000
Belt Theater CoBelt, MTPrograms$3,500
Chouteau County Free Library Foundation IncFort Benton, MTCharitable$3,500
Shonkin Community ClubShonkin, MTCharitable$3,500
Chouteau County Food BankFort Benton, MTCharitable$3,000
Fort Benton Volunteer Fire DepartmentFort Benton, MTCharitable$3,000
Geraldine Historical CommitteeGeraldine, MTCharitable$3,000
Stanford Beautification Project IncStanford, MTCharitable$3,000

The 25 largest of 62 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Where its grants went

Quick answers

Does Leroy and Claris Strand Foundation accept grant applications?

Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: Completed application with additional information if necessary. Deadlines: May 1 and november 1. Restrictions: Specific geographical communities - contributions are restricted to organizations located within or nearby the following cities and towns: raynesford, fort benton, stanford, geyser, belt, geraldine and highwood but not in or nearby denton, coffee creek, windham, hobson, utica, and great falls, montana.. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.

How much does Leroy and Claris Strand Foundation give each year?

For tax year 2025, it reported $201,017 in grants and contributions paid (62 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Leroy and Claris Strand Foundation funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Highwood Rural Fire Department (MT), $15K, Judith Basin County 4-H Council (MT), $15K, Geraldine Community Ambulance (MT), $10K, Geyser Fire Dept (MT), $8K and Geraldine Youth Sports Inc (MT), $7.5K.