The Gram Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gram Foundation is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$143,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $143,000 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 | $150,000 | 12 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $143,000 | 9 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $143,000 | 9 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Gram 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 The Gram Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 5 | $74,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $37,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $17,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Culver Educational Foundation | General support of the coed scholarship fund | $30,000 |
| St James Episcopal Church | General purposes | $24,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | General purposes | $20,000 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General purposes | $17,000 |
| St Michael's Catholic Church | General purposes | $15,000 |
| K9 Care Montana Inc | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Warriors in Quiet Waters Foundation | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Gethsemane Episcopal Church | General purposes | $7,000 |
| Bozeman Senior Social Center Inc | General purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Dunbar Gram
- Scott E Beck
Questions people ask
Does The Gram Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gram Foundation give?
$143,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Gram Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Dunbar Gram (President) and Scott E Beck (Vice President/Secretary).
What does The Gram Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.