PGN Foundation
Preselected recipients only
PGN Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,100 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $17,300. 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$80,100
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$17,300
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $73,500 the year before.
13% 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 | $69,600 | 36 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $73,500 | 37 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $80,100 | 38 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
PGN 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 PGN Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 19 | $28,700 |
| Montana | 12 | $21,800 |
| Colorado | 2 | $19,300 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $3,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Ski Patrol System | Hyland hills ski patrol - purchase of a new skidoo electric snowmobile and the first year of maintenance and off-season storage at the dealer | $17,300 |
| Sweet Grass Community Foundation | General purposebig timber trails network | $7,000 |
| Montana on A Mission | Kenya general fund for water | $5,000 |
| Western Bear Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| GRG Ranch Horse Rescue and Sanctuary | General purpose | $4,800 |
| Changing Gaits Inc | General purpose | $4,300 |
| Holy Cross LMNV Catholic School | Holy cross school | $4,000 |
| Hearts 4 Henry | General purpose | $3,100 |
| Trustees of Grinnell College | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Twin Cities | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Pioneer Medical Center | Ambulance service | $2,000 |
| Majestic Hills Ranch Foundation | General purpose | $1,600 |
| Young Mens Christian Association of the North | General purpose | $1,600 |
| Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch Foundation Inc | General purpose | $1,400 |
| Zoomontana Inc | General purpose | $1,400 |
| Planned Parenthood of Montana | General purpose | $1,200 |
| Farmhouse Foundation | General purpose - mn chapter | $1,000 |
| Lewa Wildlife Conservancy USA | Healthcare for children | $1,000 |
| Montana Land Reliance | General purpose | $1,000 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Church | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Faith Recovery & Music | General purpose | $800 |
| Mayo Clinic | General purpose | $800 |
| St Nicholas Catholic Church | General purpose | $800 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Pediatric cardiology | $800 |
| Hennepin Health Foundation | Trauma unit | $750 |
| Hope for the Child Incorporated | General purpose | $750 |
| Regions Hospital Foundation | Burn unit | $750 |
| Planned Parenthood Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Fund | General purpose | $600 |
| Sweet Grass Artists Alliance | Movie theater | $600 |
| Blake School | General purpose | $500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Montana | General purpose | $500 |
| Montana Meth Project | General purpose | $400 |
| Billings Clinic Foundation | Nicu | $300 |
| Cana Family Institute | General purpose | $300 |
| Pope Paul VI Institute for the Study of Human Reproduction Inc | General purpose | $300 |
| Alano Society of Minneapolis Inc | General purpose | $250 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St Paul and Minneapolis | General purpose | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula S Curtin
- Andrea C Anderson
- John D Curtin
Questions people ask
Does PGN Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does PGN Foundation give?
$80,100 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs PGN Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paula S Curtin (President), Andrea C Anderson (Secretary) and John D Curtin (Treasurer).
What does PGN Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and health.