Caruthers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Caruthers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $636,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $160,000. 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$636,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $935,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $531,000 | 16 | $12.8 million |
| 2023 | $935,000 | 25 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $636,000 | 24 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
Caruthers 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 Caruthers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 10 | $280,000 |
| New York | 4 | $177,000 |
| Hawaii | 5 | $112,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Audubon Society | General fund | $160,000 |
| Cu Foundation FBO Biochemistry Dept | General fund | $100,000 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary | General fund | $100,000 |
| Island School | General fund | $100,000 |
| Southwest Llama Rescue Inc | General fund | $30,000 |
| Rocky Mountain PBS Channel 6 | General fund | $25,000 |
| Elephant Havens Wildlife Foundation | General fund | $20,000 |
| Parlando Incorporated | General fund | $20,000 |
| Doctors Wo Borders | General fund | $10,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Conservancy | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | General fund | $5,000 |
| Boulder Shelter for the Homeless | General fund | $5,000 |
| Co Public Radio | General fund | $5,000 |
| Colorado Public Television | General fund | $5,000 |
| Greenpeace | General fund | $5,000 |
| Kgnu Radio | General fund | $5,000 |
| Pacific Whale Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Pauahi Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Elephants Without Borders | General fund | $5,000 |
| NRDC | General fund | $2,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | General fund | $2,000 |
| Hawaii Islands Land Trust | General fund | $1,000 |
| Earthjustice | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marvin H Caruthers
- Fiona M Caruthers
Questions people ask
Does Caruthers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Caruthers Family Foundation give?
$636,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Caruthers Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marvin H Caruthers (Director & President) and Fiona M Caruthers (Director & Vice President).
What does Caruthers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.