John and Elaine French Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyKetchum, Idaho · EIN 91-2169139 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$260K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$5.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $55,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Idaho.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Conservation League | Boise, ID | Unrestricted giving. | $55,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | Hailey, ID | Hailey Hot Springs Ranch Acquisition | $25,000 |
| LCV Education Fund | Washington, DC | Unrestricted giving. | $25,000 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($155,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $260,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $235,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641639349100419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-2169139
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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