Gibbons Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gibbons Foundation is a private foundation in Holladay, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,170 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $325 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$28,170
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$325
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$570,112
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,120 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $25,220 | 20 | $474,312 |
| 2024 | $25,120 | 19 | $522,388 |
| 2025 | $28,170 | 22 | $570,112 |
How to apply
Gibbons 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 Gibbons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 15 | $22,470 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,200 |
| New York | 1 | $1,200 |
| Maryland | 2 | $900 |
| Arizona | 2 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah Food Bank | Charity | $8,000 |
| Rowland Hall St Marks School | Education | $7,000 |
| Judge Memorial Catholic High School | Education | $3,000 |
| Henrys Fork Foundation | Conservation | $2,000 |
| NDRC | Natural resources | $1,200 |
| Planned Parenthood | Sexual education | $1,200 |
| Neighborhood House | Daycare | $1,000 |
| Hunstman Cancer Institute | Cancer research | $1,000 |
| The McGilllis School | Education | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Type 1 diabetes prevention and care | $500 |
| NPR | Independent media | $400 |
| Salt Lake Arts Academy | Arts | $250 |
| Southwest Wildlife Conservation | Conservation | $200 |
| Best Friends Animal Sanctuary | Animal rescue | $200 |
| Season For Sharing | Community services | $200 |
| South Valley Services | Domestic violence | $200 |
| Kuer | Public radio | $200 |
| IJ Jeann Wagner JCC | Community center | $150 |
| Equality Utah | LGBTQ education | $150 |
| Voices for Utah Chidren | Community | $120 |
| Nature Conservancy | Conservation | $100 |
| Suwa | Wilderness preservation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- PM Gibbons
- WA Gibbons
- Valli Durham
- Vicky Hoagland
Questions people ask
Does Gibbons Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gibbons Foundation give?
$28,170 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $325.
Who runs Gibbons Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists PM Gibbons (Pres), WA Gibbons (VP), Valli Durham (Sec) and Vicky Hoagland (Dir).
What does Gibbons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.