The Backcountry Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyAustin, Texas · EIN 26-1214808 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$627K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$13M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $50,000.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
75% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA Nordic Sport | Park City, UT | General | $414,952 |
| Innerscience Research Fund | Yelm, WA | General | $72,000 |
| Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression | Philadelphia, PA | General | $50,000 |
| Nuclear Threat Initiative | Washington, DC | General | $50,000 |
| Let It Grow | New York, NY | General | $25,000 |
| St Stephens Episcopal School | Austin, TX | General | $5,000 |
| Nansen Ski Club | Berlin, NH | General | $5,000 |
| Casa Montessori Cdc Inc | Austin, TX | General | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $626,952 | 8 |
| 2024 | $666,300 | 4 |
| 2023 | $335,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621959349100407
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1214808
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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