Christopher Smale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Christopher Smale Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $60,500 and the largest $60,500. 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$60,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$60,500
- Largest grant$60,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $112,160 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $127,661 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $112,160 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $60,500 | 1 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Christopher Smale 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $60,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule attached | Charitable | $60,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roswitha Smale
- Rich Lamm
Questions people ask
Does Christopher Smale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christopher Smale Foundation give?
$60,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $60,500.
Who runs Christopher Smale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roswitha Smale (Director) and Rich Lamm (Director).