The Bair Ranch Foundation
Invitation OnlyBillings, Montana · EIN 81-0108184 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$2.3M
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$1,050,000
Total assets$129.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $220,383 and $1,050,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
0% of grants went outside Montana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles M Bair Family Trust | Billings, MT | Pass through to charities for gen operating | $1,050,000 |
| Charles M Bair Memorial Trust | Billings, MT | Pass through to charities for gen oper & scholarships | $1,050,000 |
| Montana State University Office of Sponsored Programs | Bozeman, MT | Agricultural research | $220,383 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,320,383 | 3 |
| 2023 | $2,217,726 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543219349100409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-0108184
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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