Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation is a private foundation in Missoula, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,601 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. 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$11,601
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$249,557
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,529 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $11,079 | 12 | $235,825 |
| 2024 | $11,529 | 11 | $235,089 |
| 2025 | $11,601 | 11 | $249,557 |
How to apply
Earl and Bertha Pruyn 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 Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 9 | $6,101 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Individual | $1,464 | |
| Missoula Aging Services | Operations | $1,000 |
| Individual | Operations | $637 |
| Mountain Home Montana Group | Operations | $500 |
| Watsons Childrens Shelter | Operations | $500 |
| Evergreen Health Foundation | Operations | $500 |
| Holt Heritage Center | Operations | $500 |
| Butterfly House and Insectariums | Operations | $500 |
| Museum of Mountain Flying | Operations | $500 |
| Emma's House | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruthanna Costello
- Minott E Pruyn
- Jack L Meyer
Questions people ask
Does Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation give?
$11,601 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruthanna Costello (Board Member), Minott E Pruyn (Trustee) and Jack L Meyer (Board Member).
What does Earl and Bertha Pruyn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.