Dancing Llama Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dancing Llama Foundation is a private foundation in Park City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$235,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $339,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $244,500 | 5 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $339,000 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $235,000 | 3 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Dancing Llama 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 Dancing Llama Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 3 | $235,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah Film Center | Arts | $100,000 |
| Christian Center Park City | Public support | $100,000 |
| Soulsalt Inc | Scholarship | $35,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shauna C Schmunk
- Douglas K Fadel
- Christopher Schmunk
Questions people ask
Does Dancing Llama Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dancing Llama Foundation give?
$235,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Dancing Llama Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shauna C Schmunk (President), Douglas K Fadel (VP of Financ) and Christopher Schmunk (Director).
What does Dancing Llama Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and faith communities.