M Bastian Family Foundation Trust
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust is a private foundation based in Orem, Utah. In 2024, it reported making grants to charitable organizations, all of which were in Utah.
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust at a glance
In short: M Bastian Family Foundation Trust gave $594K across 21 grants in 2024 (avg $28K), mostly in Utah. 24% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $594,405
- +36.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- +23.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $28,305
- +10.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $6,469,311
- -2.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 24% first-time grantees (5 of 21, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Utah (100% 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 M Bastian Family Foundation Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Contact
Mailing address: 51 W Center St Ste 305, Orem, UT 84057-4605
Phone: (801) 323-5938
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who M Bastian Family Foundation Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Utah Valley University Foundation ($322K). Together the top 10 received $509K.
Grant Size Distribution
88 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 82 grants of 88 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All reported 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Utah.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
Cities
Is M Bastian Family Foundation Trust open to new grantees?
24%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 21 grantees (24%) were first-time recipients. With only 21 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $35K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 76% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+17%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 113% 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 $435K (2023) to $805K (2020). In 2024 it made 21 grants totaling $594K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley University Foundation Orem, UT | Charitable | $322,405 |
| Alpine School District Foundation American Fork, UT | Education | $52,000 |
| Primary Childrens Medical Center F Salt Lake City, UT | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Education Resource Development Coun Salt Lake City, UT | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Food Care Coalition Provo, UT | Education | $20,000 |
| Kids On The Move Orem, UT | Charitable | $15,000 |
| The Center for Women and Children Provo, UT | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Meal On Wheelr Summit Utah and Wasatch Orem, UT | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Women of The World Salt Lake City, UT | Charitable | $10,000 |
| RHMC Intermountain Area Salt Lake City, UT | Charitable | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,469,311 | $470,956 | $644,065 | $594,405 | 21 | $637,742 | $435,213 | $564,000 |
| 2023 | $6,642,420 | $494,943 | $481,933 | $435,000 | 17 | $478,036 | $454,870 | $460,590 |
| 2022 | $6,629,410 | $294,642 | $508,733 | $459,000 | 17 | $500,440 | $280,328 | $539,110 |
| 2021 | $6,818,501 | $623,981 | $552,914 | $509,040 | 18 | $547,727 | $585,294 | $568,155 |
| 2020 | $6,737,434 | $412,360 | $847,359 | $805,000 | 15 | — | $373,165 | $493,040 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, M Bastian Family Foundation Trust reported a distributable amount of $564K 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
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in areas including education, children’s services, refugee support, and health care. These are examples of grantees’ work, not stated priorities of the foundation.
For example, Utah Valley University Foundation says it raises funds for student scholarships and university program development. Alpine School District Foundation says it provides funding for district schools and students. Kids on the Move says it fosters children’s physical, social, cognitive, and emotional growth through early intervention, Early Head Start, and autism programs. Utah Refugee Connection describes its mission as helping refugees build self-sufficient and fulfilling lives through connections with the community and organizations. Women of the World says it supports refugee, asylum-seeking, and immigrant women in achieving self-reliance, economic empowerment, and a voice in the community. Wasatch Forensic Nurses says it provides compassionate care and timely collection of forensic medical evidence. Huntsman Cancer Foundation says its mission is to support the future of research at Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 21 grants totaling $594,405. Awards ranged from $5,000 to $322,405, with a median grant of $10,000. The largest grant was $322,405 to Utah Valley University Foundation. Other notable grants included $52,000 to Alpine School District Foundation, $40,000 to Primary Children’s Medical Center F, and $20,000 each to Education Resource Development Coun and Food Care Coalition.
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Charles Richard Bastian, Darren Bruce Bastian, Jeffrey Hugh Bastian, and Robert Arlon Bastian as trustees.
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles Richard Bastian
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Darren Bruce Bastian
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey Hugh Bastian
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Arlon Bastian
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
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 M Bastian Family Foundation Trust
How much does M Bastian Family Foundation Trust give each year?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust gave $594K across 21 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $435K across 17 grants.
What is M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's typical grant size?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $28,305, across 21 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from M Bastian Family Foundation Trust that year got $8K on average.
Where does M Bastian Family Foundation Trust give grants?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust gives mostly in Utah: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Salt Lake City, UT (8 grants), Provo, UT (6 grants) and Orem, UT (3 grants).
Does M Bastian Family Foundation Trust give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (19 grants).
Who are M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's largest grantees?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's largest 2024 grantees include Utah Valley University Foundation ($322,405), Alpine School District Foundation ($52,000) and Primary Childrens Medical Center F ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 70% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is M Bastian Family Foundation Trust?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust reported $6.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $638K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $564K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does M Bastian Family Foundation Trust fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in areas including education, children’s services, refugee support, and health care. These are examples of grantees’ work, not stated priorities of the foundation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from M Bastian Family Foundation Trust?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals, according to Grantable's research on its published guidelines.
What is M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's EIN?
M Bastian Family Foundation Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-6225255. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does M Bastian Family Foundation Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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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