The Prbb Foundation
The PRBB Foundation is a private foundation based in Bozeman, Montana, established in 2006. It operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with tax-exempt status since August 2006. The foundation is a small organization managed by a Board of Trustees with limited paid staffing, operating with volunteer leadership.
Key facts about The Prbb Foundation
- EIN
- 20-4186644
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $306,500
- Grants made (2024)
- 21
- Average grant
- $14,595
- Median grant
- $8,000
- Total assets
- $1,820,277
- Primary geography
- California (27% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. The foundation's grantmaking model is "based upon personal relationship and trust to assure that all selected projects meet high standards of accountability.".
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Prbb Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for The Prbb Foundation's 21 itemized 2024 grants were California (27%), South Dakota (23%) and New Mexico (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Rapid City, SD (2 grants). None of its 21 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.8M
-5.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$307K
-9.1% YoY
Grant Count
21
-22.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$15K
+16.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's stated purpose is to "support and empower grassroots groups of indigenous women to be a positive force in shaping themselves, their families & communities and the environment that we share."
Primary funding areas include:
- Women's and girls' causes
- Indigenous women-led initiatives
- Environmental justice
- Racial justice
- Indigenous rights
The foundation describes itself as "honored to both support and learn from the many valiant women we encounter in our work."
Grantmaking
The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Grantees are selected with assistance from a "global network of volunteer advisors." Organizations that believe they are an exceptional match to the foundation's interests are invited to reach out via the foundation's contact page.
Grant Range
$516–$46,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grantmaking is global in scope. Approximately half of the foundation's grants support organizations operating in the United States, with emphasis on:
- Maine
- South Dakota
- Wyoming
- Montana
International grantmaking extends worldwide, including organizations in locations such as Arusha, Berlin, and Toronto.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 21 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Assets: $1,820,277
- Total Revenue: $204,202
- Total Expenses: $318,281
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Investment Income and Dividends: $33,747
- Number of Employees: 0
Historical Context: The foundation maintains financial data from 2011 to 2024 in IRS Form 990 filings.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,820,277 | $1,934,356 | $2,218,279 |
| Revenue | $204,202 | $80,196 | $-100,090 |
| Expenses | $318,281 | $364,119 | $401,398 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $311,838 | $341,930 | $370,755 |
| Net Investment Income | $195,472 | $56,159 | $4,695 |
| Distributable Amount | — | $119,352 | $138,857 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
123 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Our Indigenous Lifeways ($46,000), Womens Environment Climate Action Network ($40,000), Uniting Resilience ($25,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Our Indigenous Lifeways Gallup, NM | Restoring health & balance for all people & the environment | $46,000 |
| Womens Environment Climate Action Network Mill Valley, CA | Supporting international action initiatives to create a collective voice action base and movement of women from across the United States and the world concerning climate justice. | $40,000 |
| Uniting Resilience Rapid City, SD | Providing a safe supportive and empowering space for the Native Two Spirit LGBTQ+ community. | $25,000 |
| Women Enabled International Washington, DC | WEI envisions a world where women and girls with disabilities claim human rights act in solidarity and lead self-determined lives. | $24,000 |
| Seattle International Foundation Seattle, WA | To support worldwide poverty alleviation efforts through grant-making and other activities spnsor of ASODIGUA | $22,000 |
| Possibility Labs San Francisco, CA | A platform for building an economy where all people & the planet thrive for Indigenous Healing Center | $22,000 |
| Freedom Lodge Rapid City, SD | Freedom Lodge works for the healing and well-being of all indigenous people based in Rapid City SD. | $20,000 |
| Paso Pacifico Ventura, CA | Working to restore and protect the Pacific Slope ecosystems of Mesoamerica including the endangered dry tropical forest mangrove wetlands and eastern Pacific coral reefs. | $20,000 |
| Classical Uprising Portland, OR | Classical Uprising offers a bold rethinking of the classical music experience through immersive events performances and educational programs. | $12,000 |
| Nueva Esperanza Zionsville, IN | Nueva Esperanzas Community Action Program is carried out by a Sisterhood of healers actively engaged in trauma healing community leadership and purpose-based education. | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board of Trustees:
- Louise Davis (President)
- Jeanette Hagen (Vice President)
- Molly Hampton (Trustee)
- Jonathan Davis (Trustee)
All board members serve without compensation (0 hours/week reported compensation).
Organizational Membership: The foundation is a member of:
- Exponent Philanthropy
- Peace and Security Funders Group
- Women's Funding Network
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOUISE DAVIS | PRESIDENT | — | — |
| JEANETTE HAGEN | VICE PRESIDENT | — | — |
| MOLLY HAMPTON | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| JONATHAN DAVIS | TRUSTEE | — | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Prbb Foundation fund?
The foundation's stated purpose is to "support and empower grassroots groups of indigenous women to be a positive force in shaping themselves, their families & communities and the environment that we share." Primary funding areas include: • Women's and girls' causes • Indigenous women-led initiatives • Environmental justice • Racial justice • Indigenous rights The foundation describes itself as "honored to both support and learn from the many valiant women we encounter in our work."
How do I apply for a grant from The Prbb Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 27-38 grants in 2024 • Total giving: $306,500-$337,156 (2024) • Grant range: $516–$46,000 • Median grant amount: $4,800 **Recent Grantees (2024):** • Uniting Resilience: $25,000 (providing safe, supportive space for Native Two Spirit LGBTQ+ community) • Women Enabled International: $24,000 (supporting women and girls with disabilities claiming human rights) • Seattle International Foundation: $22,000 (supporting worldwide poverty alleviation efforts) **Application Pro…
Where does The Prbb Foundation make grants?
Grantmaking is global in scope. Approximately half of the foundation's grants support organizations operating in the United States, with emphasis on: • Maine • South Dakota • Wyoming • Montana International grantmaking extends worldwide, including organizations in locations such as Arusha, Berlin, and Toronto.
What size grants does The Prbb Foundation award?
In 2024, The Prbb Foundation awarded 21 grants totaling $307K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The Prbb Foundation's EIN?
The Prbb Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4186644. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Prbb Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. The foundation's grantmaking model is "based upon personal relationship and trust to assure that all selected projects meet high standards of accountability.".
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