Monfort Family Foundation
Historical FunderEaton, Colorado · EIN 23-7068253 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $510,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Becky Maag |
|---|---|
| Address | 134 Oak Avenue, Eaton CO 80615 |
| Phone | 9704541358 |
| Form and materials | Monfort Family Foundation Grant Application GuidelinesPlease include the following, keeping it as brief as possible.1. Organization's name Project's Name (if applicable) Address Contact person and title Phone Number Date2. Total budget of organization.3. Total budget of project (detailed).4. Amount requested from the Monfort Family Foundation, for what purpose and when needed.5. Summary of the proposal - State the problem/need, methods to be used in solving the problem/need, how this will impact the community, and why it is appropriate for the Monfort Family Foundation (one page maximum).6. List other sources of funds for this project. Include amount requested and amount received.7. List of board members. Please provide background information and/or occupation of each board member.Please submit to:Monfort Family Foundation134 Oak AvenueEaton, CO 80615Funding policies:- Funding for single-year grants will need to be approved each year for continued support.- Funding for multi-year grant |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | Northern Colorado region is preferred, especially Weld County.The Monfort Family Foundation is a family directed charitable organization established in 1970 by Warren and Edith Monfort, pioneers in the development of the beef industry in Weld County, Colorado.The trustees of the Foundation are committed to making grants to tax-exempt organizations that provide worthwhile programs and projects with a focus on Weld County, Colorado and its residents. Grant objectives include promoting education and providing aid to the disadvantaged.The Foundation will not make the following types of grants:-Grants to individuals for any purpose-Grants to religious organizations for religious purposes-Grants for political purposes-Grants for lobbying activities-Grants for environmental purposes-Grants for charter schools-Grants for capital campaigns-Grants for events-Grants for other private foundationsThe trustees meet two times a year to review grant applications and determine which programs and projec |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northern | Greeley, CO | Student Programs | $700,000 |
| United Way of Weld County | Greeley, CO | General Operations | $510,000 |
| Colorado State University Foundatio | Fort Collins, CO | Student Programs | $228,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Atlanta, GA | General operations | $100,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($10,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,548,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $1,613,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 3, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503079349101310
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7068253
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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