The Bentley Foundation
Historical FunderBillings, Montana · EIN 20-5692692 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | STEVEN D DURRETT |
|---|---|
| Address | 3319 JACK BURKE LANE, BILLINGS MT 59106 |
| Phone | 4062945990 |
| Form and materials | CONTACT FOUNDATION |
| Deadlines | CONTACT FOUNDATION |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
0% of grants went outside Montana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter | Billings, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $100,000 |
| Adaptive Performance Center | Billings, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $50,000 |
| Catalyst for Change | Big Timber, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $20,000 |
| Child Bridge | Bigfork, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $20,000 |
| Community Leadership & Development Inc | Billings, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $5,000 |
| Horses Spirit Healing | Billings, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $5,000 |
| Red Lodge Community Foundation | Red Lodge, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $5,000 |
| The Big J Show Cares | Billings, MT | Philanthropic Purposes | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $210,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $195,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601339349103725
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5692692
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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