The William B ORourke Foundation
Historical FunderPine, Colorado · EIN 84-1342278 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $30,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | The William B O'Rourke Foundation |
|---|---|
| Address | 1944 Sage Circle, Golden CO 80401 |
| Phone | 3034244463 |
| Form and materials | A letter requesting what the funds will be utilized for, the amount and all supporting information (budgets, description of the program, etc.)as well as information regarding the tax status of the organization. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Grants are made for the purpose of eyesight and related causes. |
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
0% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Coalition for the Homeless | Denver, CO | Project Support to Stout Street Eye Clinic for Homeless and At Risk Families | $30,000 |
| Ensight Skills Center Inc | Fort Collins, CO | Support for Onsight Program to Help Make Low Vision Services More Available Through Mobile Accessories | $20,000 |
| See the Future Fund | Colorado Springs, CO | Support to Fund Scholarships Through Education and Tools for Life Programs | $10,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($46,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $106,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $98,500 | 7 |
| 2023 | $95,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632399349100603
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-1342278
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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