The Terteling Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Terteling Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $156,761 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $16,761. 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$156,761
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$16,761
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $136,552 the year before.
82% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $136,552 | 15 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $156,761 | 11 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Terteling Foundation Inc 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 Terteling Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 6 | $81,761 |
| Washington | 3 | $45,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Center of Idaho | General support grant | $16,761 |
| Life's Kitchen | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Idaho Women for Education | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Idaho Botanical Gardens | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Montana Natural History Center | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Botanic Garden Missoula | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Academy of Children's Theatre | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Spark Central | General support grant | $15,000 |
| Learning Lab Inc | General support grant | $15,000 |
| CRFMC | General support grant | $15,000 |
| The Peregrine Fund | General support grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Te Terteling
- Donella Bowman
- Brian Larsen
- Heidi Ehle
- Christy Smith-Fehrer
Questions people ask
Does The Terteling Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Terteling Foundation Inc give?
$156,761 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Terteling Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Te Terteling (President, Director, Ceo), Donella Bowman (Treasurer), Brian Larsen (Vice President, Corporate Counsel) and Heidi Ehle (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Terteling Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.