Promontory Foundation
Accepts applications
Promontory Foundation is a private foundation in Park City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $437,350 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$437,350
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$474,945
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $381,000 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $381,000 | 26 | $301,840 |
| 2024 | $437,350 | 30 | $474,945 |
How to apply
| Contact | Meryl van Der Merwe 8758 N Promontory Ranch Rd, Park City, UT 84098 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (435) 647-6831 |
| What to submit | In writing with all pertinent information - ie social, arts, etc. |
| Deadlines | July 5th of every year |
| Restrictions | Geographical restrictions to the park city Utah area |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Promontory Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 29 | $420,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $17,350 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Park City Tots | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Christian Center of Park City | Charitable contribution | $30,000 |
| The People's Health Clinic | Charitable contribution | $30,000 |
| Kimball Arts Center | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Live Like Sam Foundation | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Mountain Town Music | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Youth Sports Alliance | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| National Ability Center | Charitable contribution | $17,500 |
| All American Entertainment | Charitable contribution | $17,350 |
| Peace House | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Ballet West | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| KPCW | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Mountainlands Community | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Park City Education Foundation | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Park City Film Series | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Park City Historical Society | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Recycle Utah | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Mountain Mediation Center | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Utah Museum of Contemporary Art | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Mountain Trails Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Scg-Eats | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Summit County Clubhouse | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Swaner Preserve and Ecocenter | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| The Joseph James Morelli Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Utah Symphony | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Hope Alliance | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Nuzzles and Company | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Park City Institute | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelli Brown
- Francis Najafi
- Stephen Lees
- Jordyn Torr
- Meryl van Der Merwe
Questions people ask
Does Promontory Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: July 5th of every year.
How much does Promontory Foundation give?
$437,350 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Promontory Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kelli Brown (President), Francis Najafi (Vice President), Stephen Lees (Treasurer) and Jordyn Torr (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Promontory Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.