The Ball Foundation
Historical FunderBroomfield, Colorado · EIN 27-4099620 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $200,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Jessica Leary |
|---|---|
| Address | 9200 W 108th Cir, Westminster CO 80021 |
| Phone | 3034603613 |
| ben.roberts@ball.com | |
| Form and materials | All grant applications must be submitted online via the Ball Foundation portal found at: https: www.ball.com our-company the-ball-foundation |
| Deadlines | Second Friday in May and Third Friday in September annually |
| Restrictions | Ball Foundation grantmaking focuses on programming that aligns strongly with our priority areas including: Recycling Education and Disaster Relief and Preparedness. We focus on specific measurable projects and programs rather than offering broad sponsorships. Our deadlines to apply for 2025 are May 16 and September 19. |
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
41% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlobalGiving Foundation | Arvada, CO | General Purpose | $400,000 |
| EverFi Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | General Purpose | $400,000 |
| CANd AID Foundation | Longmont, CO | General Purpose | $250,000 |
| JASON Learning | Ashburn, VA | General Purpose | $200,000 |
| First Robotics National | Manchester, NH | General Purpose | $135,000 |
| Childrens Museum of Denver | Denver, CO | General Purpose | $52,500 |
| American Red Cross | Boone, IA | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| Front Range Community College | Westminster, CO | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| National Childrens Museum | Washington, DC | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Community Food Share | Louisville, CO | General Purpose | $15,000 |
| Girls Inc of Metro Denver | Denver, CO | General Purpose | $15,000 |
| A Precious Child | Broomfield, CO | General Purpose | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,607,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $1,784,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543189349103254
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-4099620
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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