The Bybee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bybee Foundation is a private foundation in Mountainair, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,875 and the largest $8,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,875
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$995,177
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,500 the year before.
10% 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 | $38,000 | 18 | $855,583 |
| 2024 | $40,500 | 18 | $877,454 |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 20 | $995,177 |
How to apply
The Bybee 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 Bybee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 6 | $13,500 |
| Texas | 6 | $12,250 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $12,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $750 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scott and Kim Verplank Foundation | Program support | $8,000 |
| Manzano Mountain Art Council | Program support | $4,500 |
| University of Oklahoma Foundation | Program support | $4,000 |
| Holistic Management International | Program support | $3,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Program support | $3,000 |
| Quivira Coalition | Program support | $3,000 |
| Legacy Outfitters | Program support | $2,750 |
| Chihuahuan Desert Research Inst | Program support | $2,500 |
| Friends of Montessori | Program support | $2,500 |
| Archaeology Conservancy | Program support | $2,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Program support | $1,750 |
| Operation Kindness | Program support | $1,750 |
| Warrior Benefit | Program support | $1,250 |
| McDavid Group Charities | Program support | $1,000 |
| Bill Womack Memorial Cancer Care Fdn | Program support | $1,000 |
| The Saratoga Museum | Program support | $750 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Program support | $750 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Program support | $500 |
| Sol Forest School | Program support | $500 |
| Cottonwood Gulch Expeditions | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Bybee
- Robert L Verplank Jr
- Will Simpler
Questions people ask
Does The Bybee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bybee Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,875.
Who runs The Bybee Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Bybee (President), Robert L Verplank Jr (Vice President) and Will Simpler (Secretary).
What does The Bybee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.