Big Blue Sky Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Big Blue Sky Foundation is a private foundation in Aspen, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $297,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$297,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $394,710 the year before.
19% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $394,710 | 31 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $297,000 | 26 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Big Blue Sky 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 Big Blue Sky Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 10 | $137,000 |
| California | 6 | $124,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Jazz Aspen - Snowmass | General support | $10,000 |
| La Jolla Playhouse | General support | $10,000 |
| Sanford Burnham Prebys | General support | $10,000 |
| Best Buddies | General support | $7,000 |
| A Way Out | General support | $5,000 |
| Clean Water Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Greenpeace Fund Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Help US Adopt | General support | $5,000 |
| The Buddy Program | General support | $5,000 |
| Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Aspen Out | General support | $3,000 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| River Bridge Regional Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Computers to Kids San Diego | General support | $2,000 |
| Forever Our Rivers | General support | $2,000 |
| Aspen Youth Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Athenaeum Music & Art Library | General support | $1,000 |
| Delta Delta Delta Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| New Creation Preschool | General support | $1,000 |
| The Armory Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| The Surfrider | General support | $1,000 |
| Trout Unlimited Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| University of Louisiana at Layafette | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam Z Cherry
- Mary C Cherry
Questions people ask
Does Big Blue Sky Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Big Blue Sky Foundation give?
$297,000 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Big Blue Sky Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Adam Z Cherry (President/Director) and Mary C Cherry (Cfo/Secretary/Director).
What does Big Blue Sky Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and arts and culture.