Gianforte Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gianforte Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Bozeman, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $12.1 million in 256 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$12.1 million
- Number of grants256
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$231 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10.8 million the year before.
43% 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 | $10.8 million | 237 | $211 million |
| 2024 | $12.1 million | 256 | $231 million |
How to apply
Gianforte Family Charitable Trust 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Gianforte Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 225 | $10.8 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $243,750 |
| New York | 1 | $213,161 |
| Colorado | 9 | $170,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $160,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $132,125 |
| Virginia | 1 | $90,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $75,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $54,500 |
| Indiana | 2 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Alumni Foundation | Charitable purpose | $1.0 million |
| Family Promise of Gallatin Valley | Charitable purpose | $759,321 |
| Greater Impact Inc | Charitable purpose | $715,324 |
| St Andrew School | Charitable purpose | $710,160 |
| Options Women's Clinic | Charitable purpose | $509,335 |
| Hope Center Ministries - Butte | Charitable purpose | $506,856 |
| Montana Higher Ed Stud Assis Corp | Charitable purpose | $492,000 |
| Child Bridge Inc | Charitable purpose | $444,250 |
| Mission Valley Christian Academy | Charitable purpose | $398,391 |
| Pacific NW Adult and Teen Challenge | Charitable purpose | $358,412 |
| Montana Family Institute | Charitable purpose | $302,531 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable purpose | $273,093 |
| Communio | Charitable purpose | $260,578 |
| The Montana Food Bank Network | Charitable purpose | $257,694 |
| Youth Enterpreneurs Inc - Montana | Charitable purpose | $243,750 |
| Chesterton House | Charitable purpose | $213,161 |
| Grace Bible Church | Charitable purpose | $204,883 |
| PROMISE686 | Charitable purpose | $153,750 |
| Montana Chamber Foundation | Charitable purpose | $125,000 |
| Cru Ministries - Montana | Charitable purpose | $112,800 |
| Yellowstone Alliance Adventures | Charitable purpose | $99,172 |
| Montana Meth Project | Charitable purpose | $98,581 |
| Lavie DBA Billings Crisis Preg Ctr Inc | Charitable purpose | $91,800 |
| Prison Fellowship - Montana | Charitable purpose | $90,000 |
| Mountain Shadow Association | Charitable purpose | $87,500 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Charitable purpose | $75,000 |
| Family Research Council | Charitable purpose | $75,000 |
| Sunrise Pregnancy Resource Center | Charitable purpose | $70,850 |
| Aslan Youth Ministries | Charitable purpose | $70,000 |
| Chi Alpha Co Mt Ministry Network | Charitable purpose | $69,000 |
| Hope Center Ministries | Charitable purpose | $65,000 |
| Love in the Name of Christ - Gallatin City | Charitable purpose | $65,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Charitable purpose | $63,750 |
| Education Design Lab | Charitable purpose | $60,000 |
| International Students Inc | Charitable purpose | $57,500 |
| The Salvation Army A California Corp | Charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| Crown Financial Ministries - Montana | Charitable purpose | $54,500 |
| Familylife - Montana | Charitable purpose | $53,000 |
| Great Plains Gathering | Charitable purpose | $50,905 |
| A Ray of Hope | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Greg Gianforte
- Susan Gianforte
Questions people ask
Does Gianforte Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gianforte Family Charitable Trust give?
$12.1 million in tax year 2024, across 256 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Gianforte Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Greg Gianforte (Trustee) and Susan Gianforte (Trustee).
What does Gianforte Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.