Ardean & Colleen Aafedt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ardean & Colleen Aafedt Foundation is a private foundation in Evergreen, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $47,500 | 4 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 3 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
Ardean & Colleen Aafedt 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $1.5 million |
| North Dakota | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DAFgiving360 | Donor Advised Fund | $1.5 million |
| Western Star Literacy Center | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Positive Coaching Alliance | General Operations | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Church | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | General Operations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia Aafedt
- Dean Aafedt
- Eric Aafedt
Questions people ask
Does Ardean & Colleen Aafedt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ardean & Colleen Aafedt Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ardean & Colleen Aafedt Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cynthia Aafedt (President), Dean Aafedt (Vice President) and Eric Aafedt (Secretary/Treasurer).