Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $290,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$290,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $205,720 the year before.
58% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $140,000 | 7 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $205,720 | 10 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $290,000 | 12 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $135,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Anti Defamation League | General support | $50,000 |
| One Main Street - Colorado | General support | $40,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General support | $25,000 |
| Back on My Feet | General support | $25,000 |
| Hope Chicago | General support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Colorado | General support | $25,000 |
| Shriners Children's | General support | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General support | $25,000 |
| PBS12 | General support | $20,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General support | $15,000 |
| Warren Village | General support | $10,000 |
| Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allan Edelson
- Denise Edelson
- Jaclyn Edelson
- Sam Edelson
Questions people ask
Does Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation give?
$290,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allan Edelson (President), Denise Edelson (Treasurer), Jaclyn Edelson (Secretary) and Sam Edelson (Director).
What does Allan and Denise Edelson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.