David & Molly Pyott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David & Molly Pyott Foundation is a private foundation in Avon, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.4 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.5 million the year before.
20% 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 | $4.0 million | 25 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 29 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.4 million | 10 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
David & Molly Pyott 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 David & Molly Pyott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $2.1 million |
| California | 3 | $160,192 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $130,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $18,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $7,420 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,560 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Orbis International Inc | Prevention/treatment | $1.3 million |
| The King's Trust USA | Health & social care | $753,250 |
| American Friends of London Business School | Educational services | $130,000 |
| Ophthalmology Foundation | Medical research | $129,692 |
| American Friends of Lacmus Festival | Educational services | $30,000 |
| Order of St John | Health services | $18,000 |
| Lions Clubs International Foundation | Child health | $7,420 |
| Pan American Ophthalmogical Foundation | Medical research | $6,000 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust - Farm to Fork 2024 | Land resources conser | $1,560 |
| California Institute of Technology | Educational services | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Ei Pyott
- Molly E Pyott
Questions people ask
Does David & Molly Pyott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David & Molly Pyott Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs David & Molly Pyott Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Ei Pyott (President) and Molly E Pyott (Vice President).
What does David & Molly Pyott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, health and education.