The Wolcott Family Foundation
Historical FunderPaonia, Colorado · EIN 84-1570728 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2023)$95K
Organizations funded22
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$2.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2023):
| Contact | THE WOLCOTT FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 147, PAONIA CO 81428 |
| Phone | 3039577747 |
| SECRETARY@WOLCOTTFAMILYFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | 1. COMPLETED GRANT APPLICATION COVER LETTER. 2. A COVER LETTER. 3. PROGRAM BUDGET SHOWING REVENUES AND EXPENSES. 4. COPY OF IRS 501(C)(3) EXEMPTION LETTER. 5. TWO REFERENCES OF GROUPS OR PEOPLE IN THE APPLICANTS FIELD. 6. LIST OF BOARD MEMBERS AND THEIR RELEVANT ACTIVITIES. 7. KEY STAFF BIOGRAPHIES. 8. PROGRESS REPORTS FOR REPEAT APPLICANTS. 9. TWO OR THREE PAGES OF NARRATIVE IS RECOMMENDED WITH A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT. COMMENTS SHOULD COVER THE FOLLOWING: IS IT A NEW PROJECT OR EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING PROJECT; WHAT ARE THE GOALS, OBJECTIVES, STRATEGIES AND TIME LINE; WHOM WILL IT SERVE; HOW WILL YOU EVALUATE THE PROJECT; INCLUDE NAMES OF OTHER ORGS THAT YOU WORK WITH. |
| Deadlines | GENERALLY, THE FIRST FRIDAY OF SEPTEMBER. |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATIONS MUST BE NON-PROFITS PER IRC SECTION 501(C)(3). GRANTS ARE FOR ONE YEAR AND ARE GENERALLY IN THE RANGE OF $1,000-$7,500. SUBSEQUENT GRANTS MAY BE APPROVED IF A PROGRESS REPORT IS FILED FOR THE PRIOR YEAR. PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT: - EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES TO ORGANIZE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE. - SEEK TO STRENGTHEN CIVIL LIBERTIES AND CIVIL RIGHTS. - BUILD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT THAT SEEK TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY, CREATE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND BUILD EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP IN DISTRESSED COMMUNITIES. - DEMONSTRATES LINKAGE AND INTERDEPENDENCE OF ECOSYSTEMS AND ECONOMIES WITH WIN-WIN SOLUTIONS AND COLLABORATIVE APPROACHES. CONSIDERATION IS GIVEN TO PROJECTS THAT EMPHASIZE ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION, ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AIMED AT ROOT CAUSES OF SOCIETAL PROBLEMS. THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT FUNDED: - GROUPS WITH ANNUAL BUDGETS OVER $350,000. - INDIVIDUALS. - SCHOLARSHIP. - CAPITAL CAMPAIGNS. - ENDOWMENTS. |
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 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avp Colorado | Denver, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Citizens for a Healthy Colorado | Paonia, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Colorado Immigrant Justice Fund | Denver, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Field Academy | Denver, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Fundamental Needs | Dolores, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Grand Valley Citizens Alliance | Rifle, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Groundwork | Paonia, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| High Country Conservation Advocates | Crested Butte, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| People and Pollinators Acton Network | Niwot, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Physicians for Social Responsibility | Lafayette, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Pikes Peak Justice and Pro Bono Center | Colorado Springs, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| San Luis Valley Ecosystem Council | Alamosa, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Sheep Mountain Alliance | Telluride, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Southwest Co Canyons Alliance | Cortez, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Western Slope Conservation Center | Paonia, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Youth Empowerment Group | Greeley, CO | Community development | $5,000 |
| Wild Connections | Colorado Springs, CO | Community development | $4,000 |
| Life Spark Cancer Resources | Lakewood, CO | Community development | $3,000 |
| Wild Aware | Evergreen, CO | Community development | $3,000 |
| Mile High Farmers | Denver, CO | Community development | $2,000 |
| North Park Community Foundation | Walden, CO | Community development | $2,000 |
| Colorado Farm and Food Alliance | Paonia, CO | Community development | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $95,000 | 22 |
| 2022 | $89,500 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Jul 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202531989349100803
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-1570728
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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