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Form 990-PFTax year 2025EIN 31-1742284

Mta Foundation Inc

A private foundation in Palmer, AK. Its return for tax year 2025 lists 94 grants and $253,462 paid in grants.

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Tax year 2025 (period ending Dec 31, 2025), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Tracy Ressler
1740 S Chugach St
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-2410
[email protected]
Form and materials
Application must be submitted electronically along with school transcript, letter of reference, and mta member signature.
Deadlines
Application and supportive documentation must be submitted on or before april 10, 2025
Restrictions
A) applicants must be an active member of mta, or a dependent of an active mta member, who resides in mta's service area. B) applicants may be graduating seniors from a secondary school, or a student attending or planning to attend a college or vocational school. C) awards are for students who will attend an accredited college or vocational school in the summer or fall of 2025, and be enrolled in a course of study that leads to a degree or certification. D) incomplete applications will not be considered. Refer to the checklist on this application form to ensure that all components of the application have been fulfilled. E) all materials, including application, transcript, and recommendation letters, must be submitted together.
Contact
Erin Jackson
1740 S Chugach St
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-2410
[email protected]
Form and materials
Application must be submitted electronically along with school transcript, letter of reference, and mta member signature.
Deadlines
Application and supportive documentation must be submitted on or before april 10, 2025
Restrictions
A) applicants must be an active member of mta, or a dependent of an active mta member, who resides in mta's service area. B) applicants may be graduating seniors from a secondary school, or a student attending or planning to attend a college or vocational school. C) awards are for students who will attend an accredited college or vocational school in the summer or fall of 2025, and be enrolled in a course of study that leads to a degree or certification. D) incomplete applications will not be considered. Refer to the checklist on this application form to ensure that all components of the application have been fulfilled. E) all materials, including application, transcript, and recommendation letters, must be submitted together.

Assets and giving by year

8 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2025

    $253,462

    Grants listed
    94
    Assets, end of year
    $329,964

  • Tax year 2024

    $254,947

    Grants listed
    66
    Assets, end of year
    $345,835

  • Tax year 2023

    $249,714

    Grants listed
    63
    Assets, end of year
    $316,093

  • Tax year 2022

    $241,000

    Grants listed
    55
    Assets, end of year
    $250,386

  • Tax year 2021

    $175,630

    Grants listed
    44
    Assets, end of year
    $200,903

  • Tax year 2020

    $169,100

    Grants listed
    55
    Assets, end of year
    $140,112

  • Tax year 2019

    $150,080

    Grants listed
    99
    Assets, end of year
    $83,109

  • Tax year 2018

    $113,850

    Grants listed
    88
    Assets, end of year
    $140,346

Grants paid in 2025

94 grants, largest first

As listed on the return. Grants to individuals show as “Individual”, with purpose and amount only.

  1. University of Alaska Anchorage EngineeringAnchorage, AK

    Summer engineering academy

    $25,000
  2. Wasilla Workforce Development InitiativeWasilla, AK

    CNC plasma cutter

    $15,000
  3. Wasilla High SchoolPalmer, AK

    Updated lighting at veteran memorial stadium

    $12,671
  4. Alaska Behavioral Health AllianceEagle River, AK

    General support

    $10,462
  5. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $10,000
  6. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $10,000
  7. Museum of Alaska Transportation IndustryWasilla, AK

    Furnace costs

    $9,800
  8. MSBSD Cte RoboticsPalmer, AK

    Robotics bundles for classrooms

    $8,500
  9. Valley Performing ArtsWasilla, AK

    Mainstage curtain

    $8,000
  10. Reach 907Palmer, AK

    Technology improvements

    $6,029
  11. Alaska Business WeekAnchorage, AK

    Weeklong course for students

    $5,000
  12. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $5,000
  13. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $5,000
  14. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $5,000
  15. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $5,000
  16. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $5,000
  17. Mat Su Ski ClubPalmer, AK

    Website upgrade

    $5,000
  18. Colony Knights Baseball BoostersWasilla, AK

    Finishing new baseball field

    $3,000
  19. Christmas Frienship DinnerWasilla, AK

    Holiday meals for mat su borough residents

    $2,650
  20. Knik Tribal CouncilWasilla, AK

    Holiday meals for mat su borough residents

    $2,650
  21. Denali Arts CouncilTalkeetna, AK

    Security equipment for sheldon arts community hangar

    $2,500
  22. Food Bank of AlaskaAnchorage, AK

    Holiday meals for mat su borough residents

    $2,400
  23. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  24. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  25. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  26. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  27. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  28. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  29. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  30. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  31. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  32. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  33. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  34. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  35. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  36. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  37. Girl Scouts of AlaskaAnchorage, AK

    Tech enhancements for outdoor events

    $2,000
  38. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  39. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  40. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  41. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  42. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  43. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  44. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  45. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  46. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  47. Valley Community for Recycling SolutionsWasilla, AK

    Technology improvements

    $2,000
  48. Individual

    Academic scholarship

    $2,000
  49. Alaska Addiction Rehabilitation ServicesWasilla, AK

    Fun day to support aars & clients

    $1,500
  50. Wasilla Area SeniorsWasilla, AK

    Meals on wheels

    $1,500
  51. Mat Su SentinelPalmer, AK

    Community calendar on the sentinel website provided by yodel

    $1,300
  52. Wasilla High School RoboticsWasilla, AK

    First tech challenge (international robotics comp) fees

    $1,250
  53. Alaska Children's Institute for Performing ArtsKenai, AK

    Costume materials & construction for aladdin @ glenn massey theater

    $1,000
  54. Alaska Down Syndrome National ChapterAnchorage, AK

    Educational material for network members/community

    $1,000
  55. America's Warrior Partnership IncAugusta, GA

    Support outreach/engagement for veteran's to play golf at settler's bay

    $1,000
  56. Alaskans for Palmer Hay FlatsWasilla, AK

    Professional development for content of educational signs

    $1,000
  57. Colony High School FRC TeamPalmer, AK

    Robotics team and construction

    $1,000
  58. Denali Education CenterTalkeetna, AK

    Network resilience upgrades

    $1,000
  59. Elizabeth Dole FoundationWashington, DC

    5th annual veteran caregiver retreat

    $1,000
  60. Elks Lodge Honor GuardWasilla, AK

    Honors ceremonies for families

    $1,000
  61. Hatcher Pass Avalanche CenterPalmer, AK

    Avalanche rescue training; staff time, volunteer travel & food

    $1,000
  62. Hatcher Pass Snow Riders ClubPalmer, AK

    Grooming of multi use trails

    $1,000
  63. Links Resource CenterWasilla, AK

    Links 3rd annual resource fair

    $1,000
  64. Mat Su Borough School DistrictPalmer, AK

    Community event for educators and staff

    $1,000
  65. Mat Su Trails & Parks FoundationPalmer, AK

    2025/2026 winter speaker series

    $1,000
  66. Matsu Valley RebuildPalmer, AK

    Technology upgrades for business

    $1,000
  67. Pioneer Peak ElementaryPalmer, AK

    Ipads for elementary music classroom

    $1,000
  68. Polar FastpitchWasilla, AK

    Rejuvenating alcantra field

    $1,000
  69. Set Free AlaskaWasilla, AK

    Gala for freedom costs

    $1,000
  70. Special Olympics Mat-Su AlaskaWasilla, AK

    T-shirt printing, food, advertisements, live music

    $1,000
  71. Su Dog 300Anchorage, AK

    2026 mushing registration fees; trail markers; insurance, etc

    $1,000
  72. Sunshine Station Child Care CenterTalkeetna, AK

    Yearly professional development training

    $1,000
  73. Talkeetna Community CouncilTalkeetna, AK

    Skatepark project

    $1,000
  74. Teeland Middle SchoolPalmer, AK

    Lego robotics afterschool club

    $1,000
  75. The Children's PlaceWasilla, AK

    MDT training & outreach

    $1,000
  76. Wasilla High School Brett Memorial RestorationPalmer, AK

    Warrior woods locker room restoration

    $1,000
  77. YMCAAnchorage, AK

    Purchase ipads for STEM related activities

    $1,000
  78. Wasilla High School Baseball BoostersWasilla, AK

    Technology upgrades for sports broadcasting

    $880
  79. Palmer Arts CouncilPalmer, AK

    Palmer artist studio tour costs

    $850
  80. Onward & UpwardPalmer, AK

    One health fest for wellness

    $750
  81. Wasilla High School Digital PianosPalmer, AK

    Digital pianos for music classes

    $520
  82. All About the Arts FoundationWasilla, AK

    Benefit concert for 4h fundraising

    $500
  83. American Heart AssociationDallas, TX

    Wasilla go red for women event

    $500
  84. Houston High School CheerleadingBig Lake, AK

    Equipment for cheerleading team football

    $500
  85. St John Lutheran ChurchPalmer, AK

    Colony days community picnic

    $500
  86. Butte Elementary PTAPalmer, AK

    Fall festival 2025

    $250
  87. Colony High School Football BoostersPalmer, AK

    Varsity football team uniforms

    $250
  88. Colony High School Grad BlastPalmer, AK

    Grad blast 2025

    $250
  89. Colony High School SoftballPalmer, AK

    Softball tournament fees

    $250
  90. Denali Family ServicesWasilla, AK

    Food for BBQ, activities for youth/teens, door prizes

    $250
  91. Houston High School Football BoostersWasilla, AK

    Purchase 3 ipads with internet connectivity for outdoor events

    $250
  92. Moose Boosters WrestlingPalmer, AK

    Professional development for wrestling

    $250
  93. Palmer Curling ClubPalmer, AK

    Ice time for tournaments

    $250
  94. Talkeetna Elementary PTATalkeetna, AK

    Fundraiser for trail race for pre-k thru 5th grade students/teachers

    $250

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Education3 grants $18,75027% of the total
  2. Mental health3 grants $12,96219% of the total
  3. Arts and culture4 grants $11,15016% of the total
  4. Youth development2 grants $11,02916% of the total
  5. Sports and recreation4 grants $3,2505% of the total
  6. Environment2 grants $3,0004% of the total
  7. 7 other causes8 grants $9,40014% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Alaska61 grants $158,962
  2. Georgia1 grant $1,000
  3. Oregon1 grant $500

Officers, directors and trustees

6 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Lamarr AndersonBOARD SECRETARY/TREASURER Hours 1Pay $0
  • Jonathan BabbittPRESIDENT Hours 1Pay $0
  • John WarnerVICE PRESIDENT Hours 1Pay $0
  • Edsel McCreaDIRECTOR (THRU 7/25) Hours 1Pay $0
  • Andrew TrotterDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Megan MichaelsonDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0

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