The Cairn Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyFort Wayne, Indiana · EIN 47-2588759 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.1M
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$35,000
Total assets$1.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $40,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton National Park Foundatio | Moose, WY | Support nature | $1,000,000 |
| Coombs Outdoors | Jackson, WY | Outdoor recreation opportunities | $40,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Indiana | Arlington, VA | Support nature conservation programs | $35,000 |
| Teton Adaptive Sports Inc | Teton Village, WY | Sports opportunities for disabled | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,090,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $193,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542029349100519
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2588759
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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