Clarence V Laguardia Foundation
Accepts applications
Clarence V Laguardia Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $445,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $75,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$445,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $469,000 the year before.
14% 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 | $442,500 | 16 | $8.6 million |
| 2023 | $469,000 | 15 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $445,000 | 14 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Grant Strong 660 Dudley St, Lakewood, CO 80215 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (720) 273-2811, stronginvestinc@gmail.com |
| Deadlines | October 31 of each year |
| Restrictions | Education, senior support, medical care, and research. |
What Clarence V Laguardia Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 14 | $445,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Jewish Health | Building | $75,000 |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Colorado School of Mines Foundation | Scholarships | $55,000 |
| Denver Art Museum | Building | $50,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| University of Denver | Tax program | $40,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of Colorado | Operating | $30,000 |
| University of Northern Colorado | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Shalom Park | Building | $20,000 |
| Creede Repertory Theatre | Operating | $10,000 |
| Jefferson County Library Foundation | Operating | $10,000 |
| North High School Scholarship Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Family Star Inc | Montessori & daycare | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Denver | Operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Grant Strong
- Richard Right
- Gary S Kring
Questions people ask
Does Clarence V Laguardia Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: October 31 of each year.
How much does Clarence V Laguardia Foundation give?
$445,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Clarence V Laguardia Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Grant Strong (President), Richard Right (Board Member) and Gary S Kring (Treasurer).
What does Clarence V Laguardia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.