John and Elaine French Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Elaine French Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ketchum, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $75,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$260,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $260,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $235,000 | 6 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 8 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $260,000 | 6 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
John and Elaine French Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What John and Elaine French Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 4 | $160,000 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted giving. | $75,000 |
| Advocates for the West | Unrestricted giving for $30K. $25K for restricted giving to their work on rolling back oil drilling on public lands. | $55,000 |
| Idaho Conservation League | Unrestricted giving. | $55,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | Hailey Hot Springs Ranch Acquisition | $25,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy of Idaho | Matching grant for boring insect control on Silver Creek preserve. | $25,000 |
| LCV Education Fund | Unrestricted giving. | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine A French
- John K French
- Eric R French
- Duncan A French
- Charles H French
Questions people ask
Does John and Elaine French Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Elaine French Family Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs John and Elaine French Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elaine A French (President), John K French (Secretary, CFO), Eric R French (Director) and Duncan A French (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John and Elaine French Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.