The James & Catherine Heitel Foundation
Invitation OnlyWhitefish, Montana · EIN 26-1598669 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$5,402
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$350
Total assets$71K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $1,000.
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
37% of grants went outside Montana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitefish Community Foundation | Whitefish, MT | Funding | $1,600 |
| Logan Health Foundation | Kalispell, MT | Funding | $1,600 |
| Mentorkids USA | Scottsdale, AZ | Funding | $1,000 |
| Lewis & Clark Humane Society | Helena, MT | Funding | $500 |
| Knights of Columbus | Helena, MT | Funding | $350 |
| Flathead Shelter Friends | Kalispell, MT | Funding | $200 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | Funding | $100 |
| Independent Medical Alliance | Madison, WI | Funding | $52 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,402 | 8 |
| 2023 | $4,718 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 22, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503569349100615
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1598669
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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