Private foundation · EIN 81-0540289 · Augusta, Montana · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Oscar a Kenck Charitable Remainder Unitrust

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 11 grants paid, $77K total, median $6,000. 100% of grants stayed in Montana.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
11
$77K
Median grant
$6,000
Stays in MT
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.1M

Grants paid in 2025

11 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Augusta Public SchoolsAugusta, MTScholarship fund, after school programs, and educational supplies$33K
Augusta American LegionAugusta, MTBuilding maintenance and improvements - including rodeo grounds repairs and rodeo supplies$7,200
Augusta Area Historical SocietyAugusta, MTFacility improvements including security system$7,000
Augusta Senior Citizens CenterAugusta, MTAppliances and supplies$6,500
Augusta Community ChurchAugusta, MTSummer camp, staff education, and educational supplies$6,500
Benchmark Wrestling ClubAugusta, MTConstruction of wrestling facility$6,000
Augusta Volunteer Fire DepartmentAugusta, MTEquipment including ppe turnout gear$5,000
C Bar N Mission IncAugusta, MTSummer camp and facility repairs - including well and plumbing$3,000
St Matthias Catholic ChurchChoteau, MTFacility improvements including new tables and tile$2,000
Augusta Livestock 4-H ClubFairfield, MTEntry fees for educational events$700
Augusta Chamber of CommerceAugusta, MTFlowers and spray park$500

About this foundation

Oscar a Kenck Charitable Remainder Unitrust is a private grantmaking foundation in Augusta, Montana, administered in care of Mary & Julie Young, tax-exempt since 2004. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Oscar a Kenck Charitable Remainder Unitrust accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Oscar a Kenck Charitable Remainder Unitrust give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $77K across 11 grants, a median of $6,000.

Where does Oscar a Kenck Charitable Remainder Unitrust give?

Montana (11 grants), per its latest filing.

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