The Louvin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Louvin Foundation is a private foundation in Billings, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $169,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$169,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,500 the year before.
7% of its 2025 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 | $135,000 | 14 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $106,500 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $169,000 | 15 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Louvin 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 The Louvin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 15 | $169,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Education Foundation- Billings Public Schools | Humanitarian aid | $50,000 |
| Montana Rescue Mission | Humanitarian aid | $25,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Humanitarian aid | $20,000 |
| Family Promise of Yellowstone Valley | Humanitarian aid | $12,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Yellowstone County | Humanitarian aid | $10,000 |
| Faith Evangelical Church | Humanitarian aid | $10,000 |
| Child Bridge Inc | Humanitarian aid | $7,500 |
| Family Service | Humanitarian aid | $7,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Humanitarian aid | $7,500 |
| Tumbleweed Runaway Program Inc | Humanitarian aid | $5,000 |
| Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter | Humanitarian aid | $5,000 |
| Bikenet DBA Billings Trailnet | Humanitarian aid | $2,500 |
| Billings Public Library Foundation | Humanitarian aid | $2,500 |
| Yellowstone River Parks Association | Humanitarian aid | $2,500 |
| Angela's Piazza Inc | Humanitarian aid | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis C McGinnis
- Louise F Larsen
- Tonya Appelt
- Paige Spalding
Questions people ask
Does The Louvin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Louvin Foundation give?
$169,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Louvin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dennis C McGinnis (Pres/Treas/Director), Louise F Larsen (Vice Pres/Director), Tonya Appelt (Secretary/Director) and Paige Spalding (Director).
What does The Louvin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.