The Highest Peak Foundation
Historical FunderHenderson, Nevada · EIN 47-2574781 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $37,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ELIZABETH ANN HARRIS-COLAROSSI |
|---|---|
| Address | 631 N STEPHANIE ST 56, HENDERSEN NV 89014 |
| Phone | 9493562970 |
| Form and materials | PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO SEND A CONCISE LETTER OF INQUIRY (ONE PAGE IN LENGTH) OUTLINING AIMS AND SPECIFIC NEEDS TO DETERMINE THEIR ELIGIBILITY AND TO ARRANGE FOR NECESSARY FORMS AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WHICH MAY BE NEEDED. ONCE THE ORGANIZATION HAS DETERMINED THE APPLICANT HAS POTENTIAL THEY MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM, A PROPOSAL (TWO TO FOUR PAGES IN LENGTH) DESCRIBING WHAT THE FUNDS WOULD BE USED FOR, A BUDGET FOR THE PROJECT, LISTING OF CURRENT OFFICERS/DIRECTORS, CURRENT FINANCIALS, AUTHORIZATION FROM THE BOARD APPROVING THE PROJECT AND PROOF THE ORGANIZATION IS CONSIDERED EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAXES FOR FEDERAL AND STATE PURPOSES. |
| Deadlines | MARCH 31ST FOR THE MAY GRANTS AND SEPTEMBER 30TH OR NOVEMBER GRANTS. |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
100% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team Long Run | North Bridgton, ME | To help kids discover their own worth and capability through the consistency and sacrifice of running | $50,000 |
| Cherishability | Portland, OR | To build a compassionate sense of community and support for christian scientists with developmental special needs and their families… | $37,000 |
| YMCA of Mccook | Mccook, NE | To organize human, financial, and material resources to encourage the spiritual, physical, mental, and leadership growth of any individual… | $30,000 |
| Leid Center Performing Arts | Lincoln, NE | To promote support for and development of the lied center for performing arts - nebraska through projects providing educational… | $11,000 |
| Pacific Marine Mammal Center | Laguna Beach, CA | To provide resources for marine mammal rescues, rehabilitation and release and inspire ocean stewardship through research, education, and… | $10,000 |
| Active Discovery | Newport Coast, CA | To develop offerings and curriculum that foster increased activity and launch new opportunities for financially vulnerable children to find… | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $148,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $134,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 9, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511299349103011
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2574781
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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