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The Melsness Foundation is a private corporation based in STEVENSVILLE, MT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is Larry R Melsness. It holds total assets of $426K. Annual income is reported at $539K. Total assets have grown from $996 in 2011 to $323K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 8 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and Montana. According to available records, The Melsness Foundation has made 83 grants totaling $1.2M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $160K in 2020 to $380K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $535K distributed across 38 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $350 to $46K, with an average award of $14K. The foundation has supported 38 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, South Dakota, Montana, which account for 67% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 17 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$6K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$26K
Based on 20 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Melsness Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 83 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, SD, MT.
The Melsness Foundation has distributed a total of $1.2M across 83 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $14K. Individual grants have ranged from $350 to $46K.
The Melsness Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Melsness Foundation is headquartered in STEVENSVILLE, MT. While based in MT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 17 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melia Melsness | BOARD MEMBER | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Mark Melsness | VICE PRESIDENT | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Dan Durr | BOARD MEMBER | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Jamie Melsness | TREASURER | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Susan Hendrix | BOARD MEMBER | $500 | $0 | $500 |
| Gordon Rush | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Larry R Melsness | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sheilah K Melsness | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$392K
Total Assets
$323K
Fair Market Value
$323K
Net Worth
$323K
Grants Paid
$380K
Contributions
$322K
Net Investment Income
$6K
Distribution Amount
$10K
Total Grants
83
Total Giving
$1.2M
Average Grant
$14K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
38
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next ChapterEMPOWERING THE WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY AND THEIR CHILDREN TO THRIVE | Tacoma, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| One SpiritTO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO LAKOTA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH MATERIAL NEEDS | Rapid City, SD | $30K | 2023 |
| Step By StepTO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF AT-RISK PREGNANT WOMEN, SO THEY WILL DELIVER HEALTHY BABIES, EMBRACE POSITIVE PARENTING, AND ESTABLISH SAFE HOMES AND SECURE FUTURES. | Puyallup, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| The Coffee OasisRESTORING COMMUNITIES THROUGH COMPASSIONATE YOUTH PROGRAMS AND COFFEE BUSINESSES. | Tacoma, WA | $40K | 2023 |
| Compassion WashingtonTO UNITE WITH COMMUNITIES TO SHARE THE COMPASSION OF CHRIST BY PROVIDING FREE HEALTHCARE CLINICS AND FIGHTING HUMAN TRAFFICKING. | Tacoma, WA | $35K | 2023 |
| Project 150TO PROVIDE FREE SUPPORT AND SERVICES TO HOMELESS, DISPLACED, AND DISADVANTAGED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SO THEY CAN REMAIN IN SCHOOL, GRADUATE, AND BUILD BRIGHT FUTURES. | Reno, NV | $30K | 2023 |
| Hope Sparks - Relative RaisingWE STRENGTHEN FAMILIES BY INSPIRING COURAGE AND CONFIDENCE TO MAKE A LASTING CHANGE. | Tacoma, WA | $30K | 2023 |
| Watsons Childrens ShelterTO PROVIDE SAFETY, NURTURING, AND STABILITY TO CHILDREN & FAMILIES THROUGH QUALITY SERVICES AND TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE. | Mussoula, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| South Sound Care FoundationSOUTH SOUND CARE FOUNDATION BRINGS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR LIFE SAVING, CUTTING EDGE CANCER CLINICAL TRIALS TO ALL PATIENTS IN THE SOUTH SOUND. | Tacoma, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Gig Harbor Kiwanis InternationalSERVICE PROJECTS TO IMPROVE THE LIFE OF CHILDREN IN GIG HARBOR AND THE WORLD | Gig Harbor, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Stevensville Pantry PartnersFOR FOOD BANKS | Stevensville, MT | $25K | 2023 |
| Sitka Community RecreationSITKA COUNSELING PREVENTS AND REDUCES THE HARMFUL EFFECTS OF MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE LIVES OF YOUTH, ADULTS, AND FAMILIES | Stika, AK | $20K | 2023 |
| Food Backpacks 4 KidsTO MEET THE NUTRITIONAL NEEDS OF HUNGRY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AT TIMES WHEN OTHER RESOURCES ARE NOT AVAILABLE AND TO BE A STABLE SOURCE OF HEALTHY FOODS FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST. | Lakebay, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Ravalli County 4-H Ffa4-H IS A COMMUNITY OF YOUNG PEOPLE ACROSS AMERICA WHO ARE LEARNING LEADERSHIP, CITIZENSHIP AND LIFE | Hamilton, MT | $10K | 2023 |
| Adopt-A-Native-Elder ProgramTO PROVIDE FOOD AND OTHER SUPPORT FOR ELDERS OF THE NATIVE DINE PEOPLE | Salt Lake City, UT | $6K | 2023 |
| Ima HelpsTO PROVIDE QUALITY MEDICAL CARE TO UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS WORLDWIDE | Indian Wells, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Sitka Fine Arts CampPROVIDING YOUNG PEOPLE WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE AND DEVELOP THEIR ARTISTIC TALENTS IN A BEAUTIFUL AND INSPIRING SETTING. | Sitka, AK | $1K | 2023 |
| Cystic Fibrosis FoundationFOR RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS | Seattle, WA | $1K | 2023 |
| The Scholastic Shooting Sports FoundationTHE SSSF MANAGES CLAY TARGET AND ACTION SHOOTING YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS IN WHICH ADULT COACHES AND OTHER VOLUNTEERS USE SHOOTING SPORTS TO TEACH AND DEMONSTRATE SPORTSMANSHIP, RESPONSIBILITY, HONESTY, ETHICS, INTEGRITY, TEAMWORK, AND OTHER POSITIVE LIFE SKILLS. | San Antonio, TX | $500 | 2023 |
| Team Gleason FoundationTO IMPROVE LIFE FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH ALS BY DELIVERING INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT, AS WELL AS PROVIDING AND EMPOWERING AN IMPROVED LIFE EXPERIENCE. | New Orleans, LA | $350 | 2023 |
| Hopes ClosetHOPE'S CLOSET EXISTS TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF FAMILIES THAT ARE IMPACTED BY CHILDREN'S SERVICES | Tacoma, WA | $5K | 2022 |
| World Central KitchenWCK IS FIRST TO THE FRONTLINES, PROVIDING MEALS IN RESPONSE TO HUMANITARIAN, CLIMATE, AND COMMUNITY CRISES. | Washington Dc, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| 4c CoalitionMENTORING AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VULNERABLE YOUTH OF COLOR | Seattle, WA | $5K | 2022 |
| A Step Ahead In Pierce CountyTO SUPPORT FAMILIES OF INFANTS AND TODDLERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. | Puyallup, WA | $5K | 2022 |