Bachus & Schanker Cares Foundation
Invitation OnlyDenver, Colorado · EIN 26-4030641 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$252K
Organizations funded62
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$968
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
4% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| MADD Colorado | Denver, CO | 2025 Partnership Payment to MADD as the Statewide Sponsor of Mothers Against Drunk Driving. | $101,053 |
| Kenzi's Causes | Aurora, CO | Support their mission of supporting underprivileged children and their families throughout the state of Colorado by providing them with the… | $21,000 |
| Jamlac | Denver, CO | Donation to the Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Clinic Joy of Giving Fundraiser. | $15,000 |
| Judi's House | Aurora, CO | Strength in the Face of Adversity Luncheon | $10,000 |
| Childsafe Colorado | Fort Collins, CO | Annual Gala to honor the dedicated work of ChildSafe's clients and thereapists to create a path of healing from childhood abuse. Childsafes… | $7,500 |
| Martyred Angels Foundation | Boulder, CO | Donation to Support the Mission of the organization: We provide community support to families struggling after the tragic death of a child. | $5,000 |
| Illuminate Colorado Inc | Denver, CO | Sponsorship of their Annual Light the Way Fundraiser Sponsor to support their mission to strengthening families, organizations, and… | $4,000 |
| Joy and Justice | Timnath, CO | Fundraising | $4,000 |
| Brothers Redevelopment | Edgewater, CO | Miscellanous Sponsorships | $3,000 |
| Cheyenne American Legion Post | Cheyenne, WY | Sponsor the team | $3,000 |
| Rock Canyon HS Boys Lacross | Castle Pines, CO | Spring 2026 Lacross team | $3,000 |
| Rooted 303 | Littleton, CO | Annual sponsorship | $3,000 |
| A Precious Child | Broomfield, CO | Speakeasy Gala Table Purchase | $2,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Broomfield, CO | Sponsorship of Ride2End Alzheimers fundraising Cycle Event | $2,500 |
| Ardent Grove Foundation | Denver, CO | 2025 Ardent Grove Foundation Annual Fundraiser: A night of healing and hope | $2,500 |
| Fort Collins HS Gridiron Boosters | Fort Collins, CO | Golf tournament | $2,500 |
| LGBT Community Center of Colorado | Denver, CO | Sponsor of the Pride Day 5k Booth. | $2,500 |
| Safe Harbor Childrens Justice Center | Cheyenne, WY | Hearts and Smarts - Trivia night | $2,500 |
| Sevicios De La Raza | Denver, CO | 12th Annual Raices Latinas Gala | $2,500 |
| Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Center | Fort Collins, CO | Sava Soiree Sponsership | $2,500 |
| Spina Bifida Ass of Colorado | Denver, CO | Miscellanous Sponsorships | $2,500 |
| The Brandon and Paul Foundation | Denver, CO | Sponsorship of their annual Wal Bop Golf Tournament to support their mission to support educational programs for young drivers that focus… | $2,500 |
| Kristi Visocky Memorial Foundation | Fort Collins, CO | Scorecard Sponsor for the 21st Annual Kristi Visocky Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament | $2,200 |
| Fossil Ridge HS Boys Basketball | Fort Collins, CO | Tournament fundraiser to help provide the boys help with the funds to participate in tournaments | $2,100 |
| Metro Volunteer Lawyers | Denver, CO | Annual fundraising soiree and auction. | $2,000 |
| Lafayette Warrior Rugby Club | Superior, CO | Youth development through free sports (Rugby) ages 5-14. | $2,000 |
| Magic City Enterprise | Cheyenne, WY | Capital City Distillers Tasting | $2,000 |
| The Limb Preservation Fdn | Littleton, CO | Sponsorship of the Golf Classic to support their mission of providing support and community for those experiencing life and limb… | $2,000 |
| Alameda International Sr High School | Lakewood, CO | 50th Annual Alameda Wrestling Invite | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Denver, CO | Relay For Life of Northern Colorado Sponsorship | $1,500 |
| Aurora Rotary Fdn | Parker, CO | Fundraiser for Rotary Club of Aurora Foundation | $1,500 |
| Genesis Project of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | Autumn Ignite / is the largest fundraiser of the year | $1,500 |
| HolmesOmega Scholarship | Denver, CO | Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament | $1,500 |
| House of Neighborly Service | Loveland, CO | Rope for Hope: a rappeling fundraiser. | $1,500 |
| It's for the Kids Inc | Westminster, CO | Fall Classic Charity Golf Tournament | $1,500 |
| The Crawford Child Advocacy Center | Fort Collins, CO | Holiday Home Tour 2025 | $1,500 |
| Almost Home Inc | Brighton, CO | Concert for a cause and Spooky Sprint 5k | $1,250 |
| Alternatives to Violence | Loveland, CO | FORE Golf Tournament followed by buffet luncheon. | $1,250 |
| Colorado Youth Outdoors | Fort Collins, CO | The 10th annual Scoot - a night of dinner and dancing to raise funds for CYO. | $1,250 |
| Loveland High School | Loveland, CO | Grand slam and kid's camp sponsorships | $1,250 |
| Tee it up for Veterans LLC | Elizabeth, CO | Sponsorship of their golf event to raise funds for the Honor Bell Foundation. | $1,200 |
| Azteca Boxing Club | Greeley, CO | Mexica Center Annual Gala | $1,000 |
| Canine Patners of the Rockies | Aurora, CO | Sponsorship of the Canine Partners of the Rockies Bowties and Tails Gala in support of their mission of providing extensive training to… | $1,000 |
| Clothes to Kids of Denver | Denver, CO | Blue Jean Bash - signature gala amd largest fundraising event of the year. | $1,000 |
| Denver Childrens Foundation | Denver, CO | Title Sponsorship of Christmas For Kids | $1,000 |
| Denver Philharmonic Orchestra | Denver, CO | Youth tix sponsor that keeps tickets free for patrons 18 and under. | $1,000 |
| Fort Collins Boys Basketball Booster | Fort Collins, CO | FCHS Boosters - Boys basketball season | $1,000 |
| Fort Collins Diamond Baseball Booster | Fort Collins, CO | Banner sponsor for the Fort Collins High School Baseball Team. | $1,000 |
| Karis community | Denver, CO | Karis Community's unique Empowerment Program | $1,000 |
| Maxfund Animal Shelter | Denver, CO | Annual Gala | $1,000 |
| Mountain View Booster Club | Loveland, CO | Youth attending Mountain View High School and reside in Loveland, Johnstown and Windsor, Colorado and participate in athletics. | $1,000 |
| Off The Hook Arts | Fort Collins, CO | Meadowlark Music Program | $1,000 |
| Pinnacol Foundation | Denver, CO | Annual Golf Tournament | $1,000 |
| The Matthew's House | Fort Collins, CO | Annual Sponsorship to support their mission | $1,000 |
| George Washington Baseball | Denver, CO | Sponsorship | $900 |
| Denver-Inter Neighborhood Organization | Denver, CO | Fiftieth Anniversary and its Annual Neighborhood Awards Event. | $500 |
| Global Leaders Inc | Fort Collins, CO | Sponsorship for the 17th annual Fiesta de Global Leaders Auction | $500 |
| Hope for Hooves Rescue and Adoption | Franktown, CO | 2025 Hope For Hooves Fundraiser - Hat, Hooves and Hope. | $500 |
| Humane Society of Pike Peak Region | Co Sprgs, CO | Pawtoberfest - an Octoberfest type event that is dog-friendly brew fest that raises funds for the organization. | $500 |
| Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking | Denver, CO | Colorado Gives event | $500 |
Showing the 60 largest of 62 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $252,453 | 62 |
| 2024 | $185,251 | 40 |
| 2023 | $135,870 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632339349100508
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-4030641
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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