Native American Bear Foundation
Historical FunderSonoma, California · EIN 83-4246653 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JANIS HOYT |
|---|---|
| Address | 443 WEST SPAIN STREET, SONOMA CA 95476 |
| Phone | 9254873537 |
| INFO@NATIVEAMERICANBEARFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION PLEASE EMAIL THE FOUNDATION AT: INFO@NATIVEAMERICANBEARFOUNDATION.ORG |
| Deadlines | END OF FEBRUARY |
| Restrictions | SCHOLARSHIP IS AWARDED TO GRADUATING STUDENT-ATHLETE FROM EITHER RIVERSIDE INDIAN SCHOOL IN OKLAHOMA OR SHERIDAN INDIAN HIGH SCHOOL IN CALIFORNIA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindy Waters III Foundation | Norman, OK | Grant | $2,000 |
| Silver State Gourd Society | Carson City, NV | Grant | $1,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($4,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $6,400 | 4 |
| 2023 | $14,500 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601399349100910
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-4246653
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.