Public charity · Bozeman, MT (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Polar Bears International
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $20K
- Typical grant
- $20K to $20K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $20K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Blount County
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 100% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2024): 1 of 1.
- Total giving that year
- $20K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20K | $20K | 1 |
| 2024 | — | — | 0 |
How to apply
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Board and officers
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- Patrick KeeleyChair
- Valerie BeckVice chair
- Steve DolmanCfo
- Kristin BiniekSecretary
- Andrew CyrDirector
- John KelleherDirector
- Peggie PelosiDirector
- Ruth PittDirector
- Stephanie SlukaDirector
- Sarah StreetDirector
- Krista WrightExecutive director
- Amy CuttingVp of conservation
- Geoffrey YorkSenior dir. of research & policy
- Janette MaySr. dir. of marketing & business development
As listed in its 2025 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Support bear conflict workshop
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Black Bear Rehabilitation and Release Center Inc. | Townsend, Blount County | Support bear conflict workshop | $20K |
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