The High Stakes Foundation
Missoula, Montana · EIN 205815274 · Private foundation
Based in Missoula, Montana, The High Stakes Foundation has awarded $5.0M across 254 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Empower Mt. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The High Stakes Foundation funds
The High Stakes Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on civil rights & social justice, community improvement, economic development, environment & conservation, food & agriculture, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include women girls.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empower Mt General Support | Missoula, MT | $100K | 2022 |
| Homeresource General Support | Missoula, MT | $75K | 2020 |
| Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs Inc General Support | Calabasas, CA | $60K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The High Stakes Foundation
From The High Stakes Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at highstakesfoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The High Stakes Foundation
- Does The High Stakes Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — The High Stakes Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does The High Stakes Foundation fund?
- The High Stakes Foundation's grants focus on civil rights & social justice. Example recipients include Empower Mt, Homeresource, Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The High Stakes Foundation give in grants?
- The High Stakes Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.1M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.0M over 254 grants.
- Where is The High Stakes Foundation located?
- The High Stakes Foundation is based in Missoula, Montana. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 205815274.
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