Bastian Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bastian Family Foundation is a private foundation in Centerville, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $4,300 and the largest $1.6 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$4,300
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$98.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.5 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $2.5 million | 11 | $78.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 12 | $98.6 million |
How to apply
Bastian Family 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 Bastian Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 8 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 2 | $6,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah State University | Support Ag Center Development | $1.6 million |
| SLC Jr Livestock Program | Youth Ag Education | $125,364 |
| Hunts for the Brave | Outdoor Recreation for Armed Forces | $36,000 |
| Jordan Education Foundation | Education | $19,000 |
| Operation Smile | Provide Corrective Oral Surgery | $5,000 |
| Northern Utah Protection Associatio | Livestock Preservation | $5,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Medical Research | $3,600 |
| For the Fight | Medical Research | $3,600 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support First Responders | $2,500 |
| LDS Philanthropies | Humanitarian & Educational Support | $2,500 |
| John Hopkins University | Medical Research | $1,800 |
| Salvation Army | Humanitarian & Educational Support | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Bastian
- Jacob D Anderson
- Emily Markham
Questions people ask
Does Bastian Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bastian Family Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $4,300.
Who runs Bastian Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Bastian (President), Jacob D Anderson (Secretary) and Emily Markham (Treasurer).
What does Bastian Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.