B.W. Bastian Foundation Grant

B.W. Bastian Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: B.W. Bastian Foundation
Amount: US $100 - US $15,000
Last Updated: February 02, 2026

Summary

The B.W. Bastian Foundation Grant supports organizations committed to equality for all Americans, including the LGBTQ+ community. Grants typically range from $100 to $15,000, and applicants must have 501(C)3 tax status. Funding is primarily for projects in the Intermountain West and may include general operating support or specific programs. Organizations should first inquire before applying, especially if requesting more than previous grants. The foundation does not fund individuals or lobbying efforts.

Overview

NOTE: We only accept solicited grant requests. You must first enquire by email or phone, prior to any submission. B.W. Bastian Foundation Grant The B.W. Bastian Foundation only supports organizations who wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equality. As such, each organization must include a statement specifically stating their commitment of equality for all Americans, including the gay and lesbian community in their application. Funding Our typical grant ranges from $100 to $15,000. Even if you have received funding from the Foundation, you must first enquire about the possibility of applying for a grant by email or telephone. Also, if you wish to apply for more grant money than last years request, or above our $15,000 limit, it is absolutely necessary to contact the grant coordinator.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grants will only be made to non profit organizations or those entities that have a 501(C)3 tax status.Primarily, we fund in the Intermountain West region of the United States which includes Utah, Idaho, Wyoming and Montana. We also fund Nationally in the U. S. (those projects of national scope and/or impact).What We Do Fund:Requests for general operating supportProject support, specific programs, advocacy and capacity buildingWe avoid multiple year grants, and we only accept grants once in a calendar year from any organization.

Ineligibility

What We Do Not Fund:No grants are made to individualsNo grants are made for lobbying, political campaigns, medical researchNo grants are made to any organization outside of our geographic area with hopes of making their program into a National projectFilm productions, scholarship projects, and capital projectsIf you have received 3 years of consecutive funding, you may be asked to refrain from reapplying for 1 year.