The Wall Family-Power Townsend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wall Family-Power Townsend Foundation is a private foundation in Helena, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $434,974 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$434,974
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $409,697 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $425,000 | 10 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $409,697 | 11 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $434,974 | 13 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
The Wall Family-Power Townsend 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 12 | $431,974 |
| Maine | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch | Philanthropic purporse | $75,000 |
| Legendary Lodge | Philanthropic purporse | $75,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Development Council | Philanthropic purporse | $55,385 |
| YWCA Helena | Philanthropic purporse | $54,000 |
| Friendship Center | Philanthropic purporse | $50,000 |
| Florence Crittenton Home | Philanthropic purporse | $30,000 |
| Shodair | Philanthropic purporse | $25,000 |
| Preserve Montana | Philanthropic purporse | $20,000 |
| Marysville Pioneers | Philanthropic purporse | $15,000 |
| Montana Historical Society | Philanthropic purporse | $14,500 |
| Helena Area Habitat for Humanity | Philanthropic purporse | $13,089 |
| Capital High School | Philanthropic purporse | $5,000 |
| Wreaths Across America | Philanthropic purporse | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mike Wall
- Kevin Wall
- Marcia Wall
- Terry Cosgrove
- Gary Carlson
Questions people ask
Does The Wall Family-Power Townsend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wall Family-Power Townsend Foundation give?
$434,974 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Wall Family-Power Townsend Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mike Wall (President), Kevin Wall (Vice Pres/Sec/Treasurer), Marcia Wall (Director) and Terry Cosgrove (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.