Cornet Creek Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cornet Creek Foundation is a private foundation in Telluride, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,740 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,905 and the largest $30,000. 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$93,740
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,905
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $79,703 the year before.
14% 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 | $81,716 | 12 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $79,703 | 16 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $93,740 | 14 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Cornet Creek 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Cornet Creek Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 9 | $62,310 |
| Delaware | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,080 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $350 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Telluride Mountain School | Provide a high quality education to children in southwest colorado | $30,000 |
| St Andrews School | Charitable education giving | $25,000 |
| Telluride Foundation | Promote philanthropy and create a stronger community in telluride region | $10,000 |
| Pinhead Institute Inc | Promote science-education both locally and globally through an international network of the world's leading scientists. Pinhead institute educates and inspires children and adults in the greater telluride region about the wonders of science and technology | $7,000 |
| Telluride Science and Innovation | To advance scientific knowledge and bring together global thought leaders to solve societal and planetary challenges | $7,000 |
| The Potomac Foundation | Protecting the health of the potomac river, improving water quality, and conserving land | $5,080 |
| Mountainfilm LTD | Showcase nonfiction stores about environmental, culutural, climbing, political and social justice issues in telluride | $4,200 |
| Telluride Youth Lacross Association | Providing the opportunity for boys & girls of all levels of ability to experience instructional and competitive lacrosse in a safe and fun environment . | $3,610 |
| Wesleyan University | Charitable education giving | $1,000 |
| Koto Radio Tellurid | Inform, educate, and entertain while reflecting the needs, desires, and diersity of our community | $300 |
| Humane Society of the US | Help stop animal cruelty | $250 |
| Maret School | Support the education of students in grades K-12 | $100 |
| Rocky Mountain PBS | Serve colorado with life-enriching programs and services through television, outreach, and telecommunications serves. | $100 |
| Telluride Historical Museum | Support educational programs, exhibitions, and projects to connect residents and visitors to their community. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher J Arndt
Questions people ask
Does Cornet Creek Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cornet Creek Foundation give?
$93,740 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,905.
Who runs Cornet Creek Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher J Arndt (Director).
What does Cornet Creek Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and international.