Bechtel Group Foundation
Bechtel Group Foundation is a private foundation based in Glendale, Arizona. Its stated focus is giving to communities worldwide where Bechtel has offices or projects, and to mathematics, sciences, and engineering.
Bechtel Group Foundation at a glance
In short: Bechtel Group Foundation gave $3.0M across 45 grants in 2024 (avg $66K), top state Virginia. 29% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,984,767
- -20.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 45
- +2.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $66,328
- -22.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $22,907,003
- -0.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (11 of 38, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Virginia (21% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Bechtel Group Foundation
- How to Apply
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Written submissions should include proof of IRS exemption and other documents. The filing states that giving is not restricted to preselected organizations and excludes religious, entertainment, or limited-interest groups.
- Contact
Application contact: Bechtel Group Foundation
Mailing address: C/O Tax Dept 12011 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190
Phone: (415) 768-7158
Email: lmlang@bechtel.com
Website: https://www.bechtel.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Bechtel Group Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was First ($500K). Together the top 10 received $2.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
293 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 223 grants of 293 (76%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that its focus includes communities worldwide where Bechtel has offices or projects. In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state were Virginia (21%), Florida (18%), Colorado (17%), New Hampshire (17%), and Illinois (5%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 45 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Bechtel Group Foundation open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 11 of 38 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $18K; repeat grants $103K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $30K repeat.
- 55% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−2%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 263% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.8M (2022) to $5.3M (2020). In 2024 it made 45 grants totaling $3.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First New York, NH | Social Services | $500,000 |
| Engineers Without Borders - USA Denver, CO | Social Services | $450,000 |
| NCCER Alachua, FL | Social Services | $350,000 |
| DiscoverE Alexandria, VA | Social Services | $300,000 |
| National Action Council for Minorities Alexandria, VA | Social Services | $200,000 |
| AWS Foundation Miami, FL | Social Services | $200,000 |
| Society of Women Engineers Chicago, IL | Social Services | $150,000 |
| Scholarship America Inc Detroit, MI | Social Services | $125,000 |
| National Society of Black Engineers Alexandria, VA | Social Services | $125,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - INTL Americus, GA | Social Services | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
EIN: 94-6078120. Filing type: Form 990-PF.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22,907,003 | $1,868,988 | $3,181,569 | $2,984,767 | 45 | $3,070,450 | $1,783,305 | $1,166,547 |
| 2023 | $22,960,453 | $1,300,332 | $3,891,494 | $3,759,753 | 44 | $3,825,258 | $1,234,577 | $1,176,572 |
| 2022 | $22,904,080 | $350,766 | $2,894,843 | $2,771,875 | 75 | $2,831,417 | $484,651 | $1,271,402 |
| 2021 | $30,468,099 | $3,139,236 | $3,187,354 | $3,048,423 | 63 | $3,108,606 | $2,078,053 | $1,461,890 |
| 2020 | $28,616,972 | $4,166,560 | $5,659,811 | $5,304,349 | 66 | — | $916,929 | $1,338,435 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Bechtel Group Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing describes a focus on communities worldwide with Bechtel offices or projects and on mathematics, sciences, and engineering. Its 2024 grants included organizations whose own missions include expanding representation in engineering and technology careers, strengthening welding education and research, and supporting women in engineering.
For example, the National Action Council for Minorities says its mission is to increase representation in engineering, technology, math, and science-based careers. The AWS Foundation says it supports growth and development in the welding industry through research and educational opportunities. The Society of Women Engineers says it works to empower women in engineering and leadership and to advance diversity and inclusion.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 45 grants totaling $2,984,767. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $500,000, with a median of $1,000. The largest listed awards included $500,000 to FIRST, $450,000 to Engineers Without Borders - USA, $350,000 to NCCER, and $300,000 to DiscoverE. Other notable grants included $200,000 each to the National Action Council for Minorities and AWS Foundation, $150,000 to the Society of Women Engineers, and $125,000 to the National Society of Black Engineers. The filing categorized the listed grants as social services.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2024 filing are Clifton S. Rankin, director; Leeanne M. Lang, president; Eldyne S. Perrou, secretary; Peggy H. Restivo, controller; Brian A. Hartman, director; and Justin Zaccaria, director.
Bechtel Group Foundation is led by Lang Leeanne M., President on every filing since 2020; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lang Leeanne M.
President
On filings since 2020
4.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian A. Hartman
Director
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Justin Zaccaria
Director
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rankin Clifton S.
Director
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Perrou Eldyne S.
Secretary
Assistant Secretary → Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Restivo Peggy H.
Controller
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Stuart E. Jones (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Zaki Jasmine Z. (2022–2023) — Assistant Secretary
- Former: Bailey Michael C. (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Chase Kristi Demidio (2020–2021) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Bechtel Group Foundation
How much does Bechtel Group Foundation give each year?
Bechtel Group Foundation gave $3.0M across 45 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $3.8M across 44 grants.
What is Bechtel Group Foundation's typical grant size?
Bechtel Group Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $66,328, across 45 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Bechtel Group Foundation that year got $18K on average.
Where does Bechtel Group Foundation give grants?
Bechtel Group Foundation's top state is Virginia, with 21% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (18%) and Colorado (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were Alexandria, VA (3 grants), Denver, CO (3 grants), Knoxville, TN (3 grants) and Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does Bechtel Group Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 45 grants with a stated purpose on Bechtel Group Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education" (24 grants) and "Social Services" (21 grants).
Who are Bechtel Group Foundation's largest grantees?
Bechtel Group Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include First ($500,000), Engineers Without Borders - USA ($450,000) and NCCER ($350,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 44% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Bechtel Group Foundation?
Bechtel Group Foundation reported $22.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.2M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Bechtel Group Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing describes a focus on communities worldwide with Bechtel offices or projects and on mathematics, sciences, and engineering. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Bechtel Group Foundation?
Written submissions should include proof of IRS exemption and other documents. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Bechtel Group Foundation's EIN?
Bechtel Group Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 94-6078120. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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