Swanson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyWellington, Colorado · EIN 84-1288190 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$169K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$4.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $14,000.
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
62% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic | Omaha, NE | General fund | $100,000 |
| Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministry | Ashland, NE | General fund | $38,700 |
| Our Saviors Lutheran Church | Fort Collins, CO | General fund | $14,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Denver, CO | General fund | $10,000 |
| Phelps County Community Foundation | Holdrege, NE | Fund for local charitable agencies | $3,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Denver, CO | General fund | $2,000 |
| Backcountry Hunters and Anglers | Columbia Falls, MT | General fund | $1,000 |
| Global Refuge | Baltimore, MD | General fund | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $169,200 | 8 |
| 2023 | $131,500 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513229349101146
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-1288190
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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