Oakland Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Oakland Family Foundation is a private foundation in Great Falls, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $586,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $165,000. 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$586,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $534,500 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $527,372 | 10 | $11.1 million |
| 2024 | $534,500 | 15 | $12.2 million |
| 2025 | $586,500 | 16 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
Oakland Family 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 Oakland Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 16 | $586,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana Historical Society | Programs | $165,000 |
| Eagle Mount | Programs | $101,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Montana | Programs | $55,000 |
| United Way of Cascade County | Programs | $50,000 |
| Benefis Health System Foundation | Programs | $50,000 |
| Great Falls Public Schools Foundation | Programs | $30,000 |
| Great Falls Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinic | Programs | $25,000 |
| Special Olympics Montana | Programs | $20,000 |
| Great Falls Rescue Mission | Programs | $20,000 |
| Warriors & Quiet Waters | Programs | $20,000 |
| Family Promise of Great Falls | Programs | $15,000 |
| St Thomas Child & Family Center | Programs | $10,000 |
| Peace Place | Programs | $10,000 |
| Neighborworks Great Falls | Programs | $5,000 |
| Montana Association of Student Councils | Programs | $5,000 |
| Silver Crest Trails Association | Programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ashley Whitney
- Cooper Thomas
- Kristine Houtonen
- Robert Bronson
Questions people ask
Does Oakland Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oakland Family Foundation give?
$586,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Oakland Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ashley Whitney (Director/President), Cooper Thomas (Director/Vice-President), Kristine Houtonen (Director/Secretary-Treasurer) and Robert Bronson (Director).
What does Oakland Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and human services.