Dowd Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dowd Family Foundation is a private foundation in Big Sky, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $525,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$525,000
- Assets$12.1 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $492,680 the year before.
44% 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 | $520,150 | 7 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $492,680 | 10 | $10.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 9 | $12.1 million |
How to apply
Dowd Family 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 Dowd Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 5 | $637,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $300,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gallatin Ice Foundation | Support | $525,000 |
| Chase Animal Rescue Sanctuary | Support | $300,000 |
| Eagle Mount Bozeman | Support | $50,000 |
| Village of Birchwood Wi | Support | $50,000 |
| Yellowstone Club Community Foundation | Support | $27,500 |
| Miracle League of Northampton | Support | $25,000 |
| Spanish Peaks Community Foundation | Support | $25,000 |
| The Billy Poole Foundation | Support | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian E Dowd
- Diane L Dowd
Questions people ask
Does Dowd Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dowd Family Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Dowd Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian E Dowd (Trustee) and Diane L Dowd (Trustee).
What does Dowd Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.