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The MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking in the areas of news and public information, as well as supporting foundations. In the filing year 2024, the foundation has distributed a total of $139.8K across 71 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
2
News and public information
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

The University of Montana Foundation
Missoula, MT
$250.5K
14%
CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER
MISSOULA, MT
$110.5K
6%
GREATER MISSOULA FAMILY YMCA
Missoula, MT
$52.5K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
60
Median 1st year grant
$1.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION?
Yes. MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION give?
MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Montana, Nebraska, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $1,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $140 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include The University of Montana Foundation, CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER, and GREATER MISSOULA FAMILY YMCA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAX AND BETTY SWANSON FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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