Bayne Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bayne Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Whitefish, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $255,742 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,228 and the largest $81,286. 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$255,742
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,228
- Largest grant$81,286
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $233,684 the year before.
17% 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 | $213,274 | 25 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $233,684 | 15 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $255,742 | 8 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Bayne 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bayne Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 3 | $167,007 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $29,895 |
| Virginia | 1 | $29,895 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,437 |
| Ohio | 2 | $13,508 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whitefish Community Foundation | Dream | $81,286 |
| Whitefish Community Foundation | Great Fish Campaign | $65,160 |
| Cato Institute | General Support | $29,895 |
| Institute for Justice | General Support | $29,895 |
| Whitefish Community Foundation | Cirle of Giving | $20,561 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital | General Support | $15,437 |
| Seeds of Caring | General Support | $12,473 |
| Pelotonia | General Support | $1,035 |
Officers and trustees
- William A Bayne
- Patrick M Cogan
- Elizabeth G Bayne
- Brittney Cogan
- Mackenzie E Bayne
Questions people ask
Does Bayne Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bayne Foundation Inc give?
$255,742 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,228.
Who runs Bayne Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William A Bayne (Director, President), Patrick M Cogan (Director), Elizabeth G Bayne (Director, Treasurer, Secretary) and Brittney Cogan (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bayne Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.