Blanche C Hill Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blanche C Hill Foundation is a private foundation in Telluride, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $316,918 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$316,918
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $309,182 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $292,495 | 17 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $309,182 | 15 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $316,918 | 17 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Blanche C Hill 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 Blanche C Hill Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 13 | $184,918 |
| California | 1 | $125,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camfed | General support | $125,000 |
| Colorado Mountain College Foundation | General support | $82,400 |
| Vail Valley Cares | General support | $32,055 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado | La cache shop | $24,950 |
| Swift Eagle Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Minds Matter Colorado | General support | $10,000 |
| Mountain Film | General support | $10,000 |
| Vail Valley Cares | General support | $5,000 |
| Bravo Vail Valley Music | General support | $5,000 |
| PBS Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Kunc Radio | General support | $2,500 |
| Colorado Ski Museum | General support | $1,500 |
| Wyoming Naturopathic Physicians Assoc | General support | $1,000 |
| The World | General support | $1,000 |
| Wilkinson Public Library | General support | $1,000 |
| Koto Public Radio | General support | $260 |
| Telluride Mountain Club | General support | $253 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Fordham
- Robert Kjessel
Questions people ask
Does Blanche C Hill Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blanche C Hill Foundation give?
$316,918 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Blanche C Hill Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Fordham (President) and Robert Kjessel (Vice President).
What does Blanche C Hill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.