Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation is a private foundation in Bozeman, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $37,450 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$37,450
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $65,400 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $41,500 | 6 | $858,259 |
| 2023 | $65,400 | 11 | $51,811 |
| 2024 | $37,450 | 7 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Geraldine C and Emory M Ford 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 Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,500 |
| Montana | 2 | $1,200 |
| Nevada | 1 | $500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Hulman | General & ev program | $30,000 |
| The University of Houston | General | $5,000 |
| Bozeman Symphony | General | $1,000 |
| Western Folklife Center | General | $500 |
| Lonestar Cowboy Poetry Gathering | General | $500 |
| Kansas Public Radio | General | $250 |
| Mt Land Reliance | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Allen Olinger
- Deborah Olinger
- Chris Olinger
Questions people ask
Does Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation give?
$37,450 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Allen Olinger (President and Treasurer), Deborah Olinger (Vice President) and Chris Olinger (Secretary).
What does Geraldine C and Emory M Ford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.