Diamonds in the Rough Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Diamonds in the Rough Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $128,593 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $1,030 and the largest $25,000. 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$128,593
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$1,030
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $254,074 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $254,074 | 15 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $128,593 | 34 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Diamonds in the Rough 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 Diamonds in the Rough Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Colorado. It also paid $1,030 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 12 | $58,671 |
| New York | 6 | $25,309 |
| Nevada | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $9,536 |
| California | 4 | $7,212 |
| Delaware | 2 | $5,565 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,069 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $521 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JCC Denver | Charitable support | $25,000 |
| Mizel Museum | Charitable support | $15,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable support | $12,500 |
| Jewishexper | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Fdn for Defense | Charitable support | $7,500 |
| Teens for Food Justice | Ensure universal equitable access to healthy, fresh, affordable food. | $5,181 |
| Usskiandsnowboard | Charitable support | $5,069 |
| Adl | The anti-defamation league helps those who are victims of hate speech | $5,000 |
| Denver Health Foundation | Help support denver health medical center and its mission to sustain and advance the health and well being of denver and the rocky mountain region. | $5,000 |
| Global Down Syndrome Foundation | The global down's syndrome foundation is dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with down syndrome through research, medical care, education and advocacy. | $5,000 |
| Thank Israeli Soldiers | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Navysealfoundationorg | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Mercy Housing | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Coachart | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Camp Kind Chabad of NW | Charitable support | $1,360 |
| Hillel International | Charitable support | $1,036 |
| National Jewish Health | National jewish health is a denver, colorado academic hospital doing research and treatment in respiratory, cardiac, immune and related disorders. It is an internationally respected medical center that draws people from many countries to receive care. | $1,030 |
| Auschwitz Jewish Cente | Charitable support | $1,030 |
| SSP Brothersforlife | Charitable support | $1,030 |
| Fed Wa DC | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Ohr Hameir | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Phase One Foundation | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Pancanorg | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Jerusalem Post LTD | Charitable support | $598 |
| Southeast Cent Middletown de | Charitable support | $565 |
| Friendofyamamcom | Charitable support | $521 |
| Be the Reason Facebook | Charitable support | $517 |
| Gi Research Foundation | Charitable support | $500 |
| Brents Place | Charitable support | $360 |
| Gfmgofundme | Charitable support | $212 |
| Maxfund Inc | Charitable support | $200 |
| Yeshiva Toras | Charitable support | $180 |
| Py Museum of Outdoor | Charitable support | $104 |
| Rocky Mountain Jewish | Charitable support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael R Pollak
Questions people ask
Does Diamonds in the Rough Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Diamonds in the Rough Foundation give?
$128,593 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $1,030.
Who runs Diamonds in the Rough Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael R Pollak (Director).
What does Diamonds in the Rough Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and arts and culture.