The Rieschel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rieschel Foundation is a private foundation in Bozeman, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 46 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
48% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2.3 million | 45 | $14.9 million |
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 33 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 46 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
The Rieschel 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Rieschel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Montana | 27 | $426,250 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $269,200 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| New York | 1 | $51,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $6,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Olympic and Paralympic Foundation | General support | $1.0 million |
| Atlantic Council of the United States | General support | $250,000 |
| Max S Baucus Institute | General support | $75,000 |
| The Asia Society | General support | $51,000 |
| Property & Environment Research Center | General support | $50,000 |
| The Human Resource Development Council | General support | $50,000 |
| Bumi Hills Anti Poaching Unit | General support | $30,000 |
| Bushlife Conservancy | General support | $30,000 |
| My Trees Trust | General support | $30,000 |
| Reed College | General support | $25,000 |
| Montana State University | General support | $20,000 |
| Montana Community Foundation | General support | $16,250 |
| Aspen-Abuse Support & Prevention Education Network | General support | $15,000 |
| Gallatin River Task Force | General support | $15,000 |
| Western Sustainability Exchange | General support | $14,000 |
| Bienvenidos A Gallatin Valley | General support | $10,000 |
| Big Sky Sno Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Bridgecare | General support | $10,000 |
| Eagle Mount Bozeman | General support | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of Gallatin Valley Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Forward Montana Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Great Plains Conservation Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Greater Gallatin United Way Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Haven | General support | $10,000 |
| Montana Abortion Access Program | General support | $10,000 |
| Montana Mindfulness Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Roots Family Collaborative | General support | $10,000 |
| Rural Resilience | General support | $10,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| The Help Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Wellness in Action | General support | $10,000 |
| Yellowstone Club Community Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| American Rivers Inc | General support | $6,400 |
| Arizona State University | General support | $6,400 |
| Detroit Justice Center | General support | $6,400 |
| Future Forward Institute Inc | General support | $6,400 |
| Merit America | General support | $6,400 |
| Public Knowledge | General support | $6,400 |
| The Climate Initiative | General support | $6,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Rieschel
- Yucca Rieschel
- Pete Macfadyen
Questions people ask
Does The Rieschel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rieschel Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Rieschel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary Rieschel (Director, President, Chair), Yucca Rieschel (Director, Secretary, Treasurer) and Pete Macfadyen (Director, Executive Director).
What does The Rieschel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and community development.