Ness Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBoulder, Colorado · EIN 85-4316657 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$46K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$161K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $12,500.
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
0% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cu Foundation | Denver, CO | Education programs | $15,000 |
| The Summit Foundation | Breckenridge, CO | Charitable giving | $12,500 |
| Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art | Boulder, CO | Museum | $10,000 |
| Friends of Bcsis | Boulder, CO | Education programs | $5,000 |
| Protect Our Winters | Boulder, CO | Enviornmental advocacy | $2,000 |
| Rainbow Socks | Boulder, CO | Education | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $46,500 | 6 |
| 2023 | $101,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202541349349104314
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4316657
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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