Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust
Preselected recipients only
Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust is a private foundation in Wibaux, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $900 and the largest $1,100. 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$4,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$900
- Largest grant$1,100
- Assets$131,806
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,350 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,450 | 10 | $119,468 |
| 2024 | $5,350 | 8 | $122,175 |
| 2025 | $4,500 | 5 | $131,806 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Harry and Minerva Townley Educational 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.
What Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 4 | $3,600 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarships | $1,100 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $900 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $900 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $900 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Kimberly Miske
- Ronald Efta
- Judy Bushman
- Jan Huisman
- Bonnie Woods
- Seth Domek
Questions people ask
Does Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust give?
$4,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $900.
Who runs Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Kimberly Miske (Trustee), Ronald Efta (Attorney), Judy Bushman (Board) and Jan Huisman (Board) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Harry and Minerva Townley Educational Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.