Mount Sharon National Memorial
Preselected recipients only
Mount Sharon National Memorial is a private foundation in Rapid City, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,375 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $250,188 and the largest $500,000. 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$500,375
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$250,188
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$255,044
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,335 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $71,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $75,335 | 2 | $906,947 |
| 2025 | $500,375 | 2 | $255,044 |
How to apply
Mount Sharon National Memorial 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 Mount Sharon National Memorial funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 2 | $500,375 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Rushmore Society | General funding | $500,000 |
| Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation | General funding | $375 |
Officers and trustees
- Kent Christopherson
- David Lockwood
- Kevin Timken
- Darrel Story
- Dave Vandergon
Questions people ask
Does Mount Sharon National Memorial accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mount Sharon National Memorial give?
$500,375 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $250,188.
Who runs Mount Sharon National Memorial?
Its 2025 filing lists Kent Christopherson (Chairman), David Lockwood (Vice Preside), Kevin Timken (Board Member) and Darrel Story (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mount Sharon National Memorial fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.