Max and Betty Swanson Foundation
Accepts applications
Max and Betty Swanson Foundation is a private foundation in Missoula, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $139,750 in 60 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $16,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$139,750
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $172,500 the year before.
10% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $172,500 | 59 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $139,750 | 60 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David Cotner 321 W Broadway Ste 500, Missoula, MT 59802 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (406) 541-1111 |
| What to submit | See application form attached |
| Deadlines | None at this time |
| Restrictions | Generally limited to the missoula, mt area |
What Max and Betty Swanson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 58 | $136,750 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Montana | Athletic service fund - educational scholarship | $16,000 |
| Loving Loic Foundation | Help fund pkan gene therapy development. | $14,000 |
| University of Montana | University of montana - college of business dean's impact scholarship | $14,000 |
| Greater Missoula Family YMCA | Renovate existing russell street campus | $10,000 |
| Montana Meth Project | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Christian Life Center | Operating expenses | $6,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General operations | $4,000 |
| Daly Mansion | Operating expenses | $4,000 |
| Humane Society | Access to basic medical and behavioral services for pets. | $3,000 |
| Missoula Aging Services | Meals on wheels program | $3,000 |
| Montana Natural History Center | Connect children with the outdoors | $3,000 |
| Mountain Home Montana | Operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Red Willow Learning Center | Support community education component of thriving with chronic pain. | $2,500 |
| Stromsburg Library Foundation | Computer equipment and furniture for staff and library patrons. Purchase of board games for patrons. | $2,500 |
| Casa | Operating expenses to support abused and neglected children. | $2,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| National Museum of Forest Service History | Fund visitor center operations | $2,000 |
| Providence Montana Health Foundation | Assisting patient families | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics of Montana | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Hope Rescue Mission | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Missoula Food Bank | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Raptors of the Rockies | Operating expense | $1,500 |
| Watson Children's Shelter | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| A Carousel for Missoula | Refurbish and expand play area | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Chi Alpha | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Empower Mt | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Families First DBA Children's Museum Missoula | To help fund childcare while parents participate in classes. | $1,000 |
| Five Valleys Land Trust | Support all abilities initiative and expand access to missoula's open spaces. | $1,000 |
| Glacier Bible Camp | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Greater Missoula Youth for Christ | Troubled teen mentoring | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Affordable home support | $1,000 |
| Hamilton Assembly of God | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Missoula Catholic Schools | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Missoula Community Chorus | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Missoula Education Foundation | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Missoula Quilts for Kids | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Partnership Health Center | Cancer screening | $1,000 |
| Servant Leadership Foundation | Support students with work study options. | $1,000 |
| Adult & Teen Challenge Pacwest | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Cotner
- Annette Gustafson
- Kurt Ingold
Questions people ask
Does Max and Betty Swanson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None at this time.
How much does Max and Betty Swanson Foundation give?
$139,750 in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Max and Betty Swanson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David B Cotner (President), Annette Gustafson (Vice President) and Kurt Ingold (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Max and Betty Swanson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.