Skilling Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Skilling Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $28,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$28,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6,704 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $29,500 | 4 | $766,651 |
| 2023 | $6,704 | 2 | $964,185 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 3 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Skilling 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 Skilling Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 1 | $20,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Platte Valley Legacy Foundation | Education | $20,000 |
| Realize Impact | Global human services | $5,000 |
| Cheetah Conservation Fund | Conservation | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark C Skilling
- Barbara C Skilling
- Kim Skilling
- Jean Skilling
- Steve Ranney
Questions people ask
Does Skilling Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Skilling Foundation give?
$28,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Skilling Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark C Skilling (Director), Barbara C Skilling (President/Se), Kim Skilling (Director) and Jean Skilling (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Skilling Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.