American Bear Association
Funding Overview
From IRS Form 990 filings · 2023–2025
Total received
$41K
Foundation funders
3
Grants recorded
3
Years covered
2023–2025
Who funds American Bear Association?
American Bear Association is funded by 3 grantmakers, led by Sandager Brigitte Charitable Tr ($25K), Kendrick B Melrose Family Foundation ($15K), The James Foundation Inc ($1K). In total, IRS Form 990 filings record $41K in grants to American Bear Association between 2023–2025.
| Funder | Total given | Grants | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandager Brigitte Charitable Tr | $25,000 | 1 | 2025 |
| Kendrick B Melrose Family Foundation | $15,000 | 1 | 2025 |
| The James Foundation Inc | $1,000 | 1 | 2023 |
Funding over time
Grant dollars and counts received per year
What grants has American Bear Association received?
Individual grants from IRS Form 990 filings, newest first
| Year | Funder | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sandager Brigitte Charitable Tr | GENERAL OPERATING | $25,000 |
| 2025 | Kendrick B Melrose Family Foundation | General Purpose | $15,000 |
| 2023 | The James Foundation Inc | MAINTAIN PRESERVE FOR AMERICAN BLACK BEARS | $1,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who funds American Bear Association?
American Bear Association is funded by 3 grantmakers, led by Sandager Brigitte Charitable Tr ($25K), Kendrick B Melrose Family Foundation ($15K), The James Foundation Inc ($1K). In total, IRS Form 990 filings record $41K in grants to American Bear Association between 2023–2025.
Who is American Bear Association's largest funder?
Sandager Brigitte Charitable Tr is the largest recorded funder of American Bear Association, with $25K across 1 grant (2025).
How much grant funding has American Bear Association received?
IRS 990 filings record $41K in grants to American Bear Association across 3 grants from 3 funders between 2023–2025. Filings are published on a delay, so recent grants may not appear yet.
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