Helle Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyEdwards, Colorado · EIN 46-4842124 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$718K
Organizations funded27
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$22.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $20,801.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
77% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois | Champaign, IL | To further program services | $271,127 |
| The Josselyn Center | Northbrook, IL | To further program services | $133,513 |
| Eagle Valley Community Fund | Edwards, CO | To further program services | $101,516 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Glenview, IL | To further program services | $50,339 |
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | To further program services | $35,564 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Edwards, CO | To further program services | $25,870 |
| Steadman Philippon Research Institute | Vail, CO | To further program services | $20,801 |
| Vail Veterns Foundation Inc | Vail, CO | To further program services | $12,881 |
| Guardian Scholars Foundation | West Des Moines, IA | To further program services | $12,214 |
| Loyola University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | To further program services | $10,453 |
| Walking Mountains Science Center | Avon, CO | To further program services | $5,108 |
| Lift Up | Minneapolis, MN | To further program services | $5,000 |
| Pecs Foundation | Chicago, IL | To further program services | $5,000 |
| B the Difference | Doral, FL | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Montgomery, AL | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Glenview Scholarship Foundation | Golf, IL | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Hooker County Community Foundation | Mullen, NE | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation | Missoula, MT | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Safari Club International Foundation | San Antonio, TX | To further program services | $2,500 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Womans Board of Rush | Chicago, IL | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | Portland, OR | To further program services | $1,500 |
| Ross K Macneill Foundation | Wheaton, IL | To further program services | $1,500 |
| Cato Institute | Washington, DC | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Clearbrook | Arlington Heights, IL | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Youth Power 365 | Eagle, CO | To further program services | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $717,886 | 27 |
| 2023 | $776,355 | 40 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503219349106550
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4842124
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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