The Nalen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nalen Foundation is a private foundation in Ketchum, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $18,150. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$85,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$18,150
- Assets$693,283
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $80,980 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $80,980 | 33 | $796,561 |
| 2024 | $85,500 | 19 | $693,283 |
How to apply
The Nalen 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 The Nalen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 8 | $39,000 |
| Montana | 7 | $32,150 |
| Maine | 1 | $7,350 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $18,150 |
| Advocates for Survivors of Domestic Violence Inc | SAFE Program | $10,000 |
| Far and Wise Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Wood River Bicycle Coalition | Green Horn Trails Project | $10,000 |
| GMP Charities Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,350 |
| Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,500 |
| Montana Land Reliance | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Community Library Association Inc Ketchum Sun Vall | Collections Department | $2,500 |
| Gallatin Valley Land Trust | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| St Lukes Wood River Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Wood River Land Trust Company | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Bozeman Symphony Society | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cat Rodeo Scholarship Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Heart of the Valley Humane Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Society for Preservation & Encourmt of Barbershop | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Wild Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Blaine County Seniors Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Blake School | The NCS Class of 1965 Endowed Scholarship Fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig A Nalen
- Katherine M Nalen
- Peter H Nalen
Questions people ask
Does The Nalen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nalen Foundation give?
$85,500 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Nalen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Craig A Nalen (Trustee), Katherine M Nalen (Trustee) and Peter H Nalen (Trustee).
What does The Nalen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.