Prop Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Prop Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Missoula, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,600 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $8,300 and the largest $25,000. 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$69,600
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$8,300
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $44,150 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $69,600 | 6 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Prop Foundation Inc 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 Prop Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 3 | $41,600 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $8,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missoula Downtown Association | Support Elizabeth Stegmaier's documentary on the life and artistic career of Jay Rummel | $25,000 |
| Individual | Support nancy kelly's episode #7 agnes vianzon johnson documentary short | $15,000 |
| Individual | Support junior the band with their new album | $8,600 |
| Missoula Art Museum | Support honoraria budget for brian maguire exhibition | $8,000 |
| Individual | Support film production of i want you to have richard | $8,000 |
| Inuksuk Media Inc | Support documentary research through interviews and storytelling with residents and artisans along the silk road routes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan E O'Connor
- Fredericka Hunter
- Christopher O'Connor
- Laura Millin
Questions people ask
Does Prop Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Prop Foundation Inc give?
$69,600 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $8,300.
Who runs Prop Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan E O'Connor (President), Fredericka Hunter (Secretary), Christopher O'Connor (Director) and Laura Millin (Director).
What does Prop Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.