The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lewistown, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$39,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$333,713
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $24,000 | 6 | $313,242 |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 9 | $322,130 |
| 2025 | $39,000 | 11 | $333,713 |
How to apply
| Contact | Rich Donna Dengel 104 NE Washington, Lewistown, MT 59457 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (406) 535-3717 |
| What to submit | A copy of the letter of acceptance into the upper division of an accredited Montana college of nursing or masters level program must be submitted along with a completed application form. A copy of a transcript reflecting a gpa of at least 2.75 from the last two years of academic study, if study occurred within the last five years. Three letters of recommendation must be included. A letter stating how you will improve healthcare in your community in the future and how you have demonstrated this in the past and present must be included too. |
| Deadlines | June 15th |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 3 | $24,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Nursing scholarships | $15,000 |
| Individual | Nursing scholarships | $5,000 |
| Carroll College | Nursing scholarships | $4,000 |
| Gonzaga University | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| Grand Canyon University | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| Minot State University | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| Northern Arizona University | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| San Diego State University | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| University of Arizona | Nursing scholarships | $2,000 |
| Purdue Global University | Nursing scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J Dengel
- Donna L Dengel
- Gregory G Pinski
- Dawn Dengel O'Leary
- Mike Milburn
- Rob Beall
- Kathy van Tighem
- Anne Brown
- Jim Loessberg
Questions people ask
Does The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: June 15th.
How much does The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc give?
$39,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard J Dengel (President), Donna L Dengel (Vice President), Gregory G Pinski (Secretary) and Dawn Dengel O'Leary (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Darcy Lynn Dengel Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.