Van Auken Family Foundation
Historical FunderPueblo West, Colorado · EIN 27-4076271 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JEFFREY VAN AUKEN |
|---|---|
| Address | 1243 LIBERY POINT BLVD, PUEBLO CO 810077512 |
| Phone | 7195820301 |
| JEFF.VANAUKEN@COMCAST.NET | |
| Form and materials | PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION, AMOUNT REQUESTED, SPECIFIC USES OF REQUESTED AMOUNTS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | MST MEET THE STATED MISSION AND GOALS OF THE FOUNDATION. |
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
33% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa of Pueblo | Pueblo, CO | Aid for abused & neglected children | $10,000 |
| A Caring Pregnancy Center | Pueblo, CO | Provide aid for ultra sounds | $10,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Lindale, TX | Aid for medical needs | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $24,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $24,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349103510
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-4076271
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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