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Private foundation · EIN 81-0535708

Max and Betty Swanson Foundation

Missoula, MT

Max and Betty Swanson Foundation is a private foundation based in Missoula, MT. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2024, it reported $140K in grants and contributions paid across 60 grants, with $3.88M in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to University of Montana, Loving Loic Foundation and University of Montana.

How to request funding

Contact
David Cotner
Phone
4065411111
Address
321 W Broadway Ste 500, Missoula, Mt, 59802
Form and materials
See application form attached
Deadlines
None at this time
Restrictions
Generally limited to the missoula, mt area

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2024. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2024

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
University of MontanaMissoula, MTAthletic Service Fund - Educational Scholarship$16,000
Loving Loic FoundationBozeman, MTHelp Fund Pkan Gene Therapy Development.$14,000
University of MontanaMissoula, MTUniversity of Montana - College of Business Dean's Impact Scholarship$14,000
Greater Missoula Family YMCAMissoula, MTRenovate Existing Russell Street Campus$10,000
Montana Meth ProjectMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$10,000
Christian Life CenterMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$6,500
Big Brothers Big SistersMissoula, MTGeneral Operations$4,000
Daly MansionHamilton, MTOperating Expenses$4,000
Humane SocietyMissoula, MTAccess to Basic Medical and Behavioral Services for Pets.$3,000
Missoula Aging ServicesMissoula, MTMeals on Wheels Program$3,000
Montana Natural History CenterMissoula, MTConnect Children with the Outdoors$3,000
Mountain Home MontanaMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$3,000
Red Willow Learning CenterMissoula, MTSupport Community Education Component of Thriving with Chronic Pain.$2,500
Stromsburg Library FoundationStromsburg, NEComputer Equipment and Furniture for Staff and Library Patrons. Purchase of Board Games for Patrons.$2,500
CasaMissoula, MTOperating Expenses to Support Abused and Neglected Children.$2,000
Make a Wish FoundationMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$2,000
National Museum of Forest Service HistoryMissoula, MTFund Visitor Center Operations$2,000
Providence Montana Health FoundationMissoula, MTAssisting Patient Families$2,000
Special Olympics of MontanaGreat Falls, MTOperating Expenses$2,000
Hope Rescue MissionMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$1,500
Missoula Food BankMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$1,500
Raptors of the RockiesFlorence, MTOperating Expense$1,500
Watson Children's ShelterMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$1,500
A Carousel for MissoulaMissoula, MTRefurbish and Expand Play Area$1,000
Boys & Girls ClubMissoula, MTOperating Expenses$1,000

The 25 largest of 60 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Where its grants went

Quick answers

Does Max and Betty Swanson Foundation accept grant applications?

Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: See application form attached. Deadlines: None at this time. Restrictions: Generally limited to the missoula, mt area. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.

How much does Max and Betty Swanson Foundation give each year?

For tax year 2024, it reported $139,750 in grants and contributions paid (60 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Max and Betty Swanson Foundation funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to University of Montana (MT), $16K, Loving Loic Foundation (MT), $14K, University of Montana (MT), $14K, Greater Missoula Family YMCA (MT), $10K and Montana Meth Project (MT), $10K.