The Appleseed Foundation
Accepts applications
The Appleseed Foundation is a private foundation in Missoula, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $7,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$694,266
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $40,500 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $30,269 | 6 | $562,948 |
| 2023 | $40,500 | 6 | $626,397 |
| 2024 | $25,500 | 6 | $694,266 |
How to apply
| Contact | Matthew C O'Connor 125 Bank St Suite 300, Missoula, MT 59802 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (406) 728-0864 |
| What to submit | A letter with complete description of the organization, evidence of tax status & use of funds. |
| Restrictions | The foundation's mission is devoted to promoting play in the lives of children by funding support for play, playground equipment, recreation or adventure projects. |
What The Appleseed Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 6 | $25,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Home Montana | Support the purchase of new playground equipment for the new mountain home facility | $7,500 |
| Social Environmental Entrepreneurs | Outdoor recreational and adventure programs for refugee youth in missoula. | $6,000 |
| Bonner PTA | Support of the bonner school funding goal for a new playground for students | $5,000 |
| Asum Child Care Preschool | Support funding to purchase playground equipment for play zones, to complete playground improvement plan | $3,000 |
| Bitterroot Early Learning Network | Funding to purchase playscape equipment for the infant-toddler exploration zones | $2,000 |
| Montana Natural History Center | Support a portion of the funding goal to resotre the native plant gardens adventure play area | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew C O'Connor
- Susan E O'Connor
- Roy S O'Connor
- Tom Roy
Questions people ask
Does The Appleseed Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Appleseed Foundation give?
$25,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Appleseed Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew C O'Connor (President), Susan E O'Connor (Secretary), Roy S O'Connor (Treasurer) and Tom Roy (Board Member).
What does The Appleseed Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.