Don K Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Don K Family Foundation is a private foundation in Whitefish, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $80,363 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $18,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$80,363
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was up from $61,500 the year before.
70% 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 | $61,500 | 9 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $80,363 | 12 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Don Kaltschmidt PO Box 1178, Whitefish, MT 59937 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (406) 270-2167 |
| What to submit | Application must include: 1) completed application form 2) extracurricular activities/additional information 3) financial need form 4) extracurricular activities/additional information 5) approximately a 250-WORD essay with your higher education plans and goals 6) student resume 7) high school 7th semester transcript 8) must be accepted and attend a vo-tech institution, community college, or college/university |
| Deadlines | Application and above requirements are to be postmarked by: april 7, 2025 |
| Restrictions | Scholarship will be awarded to one qualifying student from each of the following high schools: whitefish, eureka, bigfork, columbia falls, glacier high and flathead high school graduate. |
What Don K Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 12 | $80,363 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Great Fish Community Challenge | Samaritan house, kalispell education foundation | $18,000 |
| Montana Veteran's Association Foundation | Mvaf veteran programs | $15,000 |
| Big Hearts & Open Arms Inc | Boot and coat drive, general fund | $15,000 |
| United Veteran's of Flathead Valley | Transportation fund | $10,063 |
| Kalispell Acquatic Team Swim Club | Splash camp 2024 | $5,000 |
| Backstoppers Foundation | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Montana Veteran's Association Foundation | Warrior team hunt program | $5,000 |
| Underwater Soldiers Inc | Annual fundraiser | $3,000 |
| Montana State Music Teachers Association | Msmta conference 2024 | $2,700 |
| Flathead Basketball Clue | Court sponsorship 2024 hoopfest | $1,000 |
| Kalispell Area Music Teachers Association | Piano transport- recital | $300 |
| Kalispell Area Music Teachers Association | Piano recital fund | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Don Kaltschmidt
- Debbie Kaltschmidt
- Erik Kaltschmidt
- Jason Kaltschmidt
- Kevin Kaltschmidt
- Shanna Kaltschmidt
Questions people ask
Does Don K Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Application and above requirements are to be postmarked by: april 7, 2025.
How much does Don K Family Foundation give?
$80,363 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Don K Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Don Kaltschmidt (Founder/Trustee), Debbie Kaltschmidt (Founder/Trustee), Erik Kaltschmidt (Trustee) and Jason Kaltschmidt (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Don K Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans, education and arts and culture.