Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Helena, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,196 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $8,852 and the largest $26,938. 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$63,196
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$8,852
- Largest grant$26,938
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,712 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,902 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $35,712 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $63,196 | 5 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lee and Donna Metcalf 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.
What Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 5 | $63,196 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Montana Foundation | To provide a scholarship for law students. | $26,938 |
| Fish Wildlife and Parks Foundation | 150th anniversary rosebud battle | $15,000 |
| University of Montana Foundation | To provide academic scholarships to journalism students at the university of montana. | $8,852 |
| Fish Wildlife and Parks Foundation | To fund annual maintenance for madison buffalo jump state park. | $7,406 |
| Mt Transparency Project | To upgrade the mt freedom of information hotline website. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Michael Meloy
Questions people ask
Does Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust give?
$63,196 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $8,852.
Who runs Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Michael Meloy (Trustee).
What does Lee and Donna Metcalf Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.