Don't Be A Jerk
Accepts applications
Don't Be A Jerk is a private foundation in Bozeman, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,558 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$102,558
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$54,463
- New grantees97%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,390 the year before.
97% of its 2025 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 | $1,500 | 1 | $1,890 |
| 2024 | $1,390 | 3 | $30 |
| 2025 | $102,558 | 33 | $54,463 |
How to apply
| Contact | Chad Zeitner PO Box 1851, Bozeman, MT 59771 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (406) 871-8886 |
| What to submit | No formal application process |
| Deadlines | No submission deadlines |
| Restrictions | Grant awards are restricted to charitable purposes that strengthen communities. Specifically, grants are limited to activities and programs that support environmental stewardship, promote equal access and opportunity, advance education, and enhance health and overall well-being, including initiatives related to the outdoor environment, at both local and global levels. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Don't Be A Jerk funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Idaho | 4 | $17,758 |
| Montana | 11 | $16,988 |
| Utah | 2 | $15,800 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $3,000 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $2,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,100 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LNT | Protecting the outdoors through science-based education | $20,000 |
| Treefort for Good | Supports the boise arts scene. | $15,000 |
| She Jumps | Inclusion in outdoor activities | $14,800 |
| LGBTQ Outdoors | Connecting the lgbtqia+ community to the outdoors. | $10,000 |
| SF Pride | Creating a vibrant and inclusive community for lgbtq+ individuals and allies | $10,000 |
| Red Ants Pants Foundation | To develop and expand leadership roles for women | $6,500 |
| Bozeman Film Society | Screening powerful independent films | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Support to help stock the shelves and make sure every neighbor is met with care, support, and the food they need. | $2,100 |
| Public Land Water Access Association | Ensuring public lands and waters is safe for tomorrow | $2,028 |
| Covellite Presents | Engage, inspire, entertains and challenges audiences with theatrical productions | $2,000 |
| Scandals Pride | Support for portland's gay community | $2,000 |
| Nimsef | Assisting those living in the shadow of the mountain. Youth and veteran/adaptive ski and ride scholarships | $1,908 |
| Friends of KGLT | Provides community support and fundraising assistance ot kglt-fm | $1,820 |
| Antelope Butte Foundation | General assistance | $1,500 |
| Vanlife Pride | Building community for queer nomads | $1,250 |
| Save A Brain | Support for survivors, supporters, and anyone who cares about brain health | $1,000 |
| Wy Equality | Building broad and inclusive communities | $1,000 |
| Held Gso Inc | Financial support for people in need | $926 |
| H2OZARKS | Protecting our ozark waters | $750 |
| Bozeman Soccer | Support recreational soccer at an affordable cost | $500 |
| Bridger Ski Foundation | Support educational and competitive programs in alpine, nordic, freestyle, freeride, snowboarding, skimo, and freeskiing | $500 |
| Mountain West Recreation Alliance | Fostering responsible recreation through education, service and advocacy | $500 |
| Nashville Humane Association | Helping thousands of pets find loving homes | $500 |
| Outside in | Punk rock pride support | $500 |
| Random Acts of Silliness | Support of art and inspiring laughter and play in the gallatin valley | $500 |
| Shady Pines Radio | Support shady pines festival | $500 |
| Spina Bifida Association of Kentucky | Building a better and brighter future for all those impacted by spina bifida | $500 |
| Hot Dog Safari | Fighting hunger and funding local food assistance programs | $361 |
| Portneuf Valley Adaptive Sports | Ehancing the quality of life and empowering people with disabilities | $350 |
| United Way Missoula | Improve youth opportunity, financial security, health, and community resilience | $240 |
| Bridger Ski Patrol | Ensuring skier safety | $200 |
| Pebblie Ski Patrol | Ensuring skier safety | $200 |
| Skate Like A Girl | To create an inclusive community by promoting confidence, leadership, and social justice through skateboarding | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeremy Gregory
- Chad Zeitner
- Craig Weaver
Questions people ask
Does Don't Be A Jerk accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadlines.
How much does Don't Be A Jerk give?
$102,558 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Don't Be A Jerk?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeremy Gregory (President/Ceo), Chad Zeitner (Secretary/Treasurer/Cfo) and Craig Weaver (Director).
What does Don't Be A Jerk fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.