Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation
Accepts applications
Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$75,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $56,827 the year before.
58% of its 2025 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 | $49,210 | 17 | $830,134 |
| 2024 | $56,827 | 18 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 14 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lisa Bochatey 9000 W 20th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 552-1492, lbochatey@bochateyfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Individuals and organizations may submit summary applications via www.bochateyfoundation.org, grantwatch, pdffiller, fax, email or mail . In addition, both individuals and organizations should email a proposal which describes the education, organzation, need, goals, and status of the program for which they want funding. |
| Restrictions | Individual or organization must demonstrate need, intent to complete an educational program for employability and be specific. Organizational program must focus on academic education, job training, learning disability issues, etc. Org must provide tax return and IRS approved charitable status. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $18,000 |
| Utah | 3 | $17,500 |
| Nevada | 3 | $15,500 |
| Missouri | 2 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $9,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cristo Rey St Viator Prep High School | Student Scholarships to attend accredited 4 year college prep high school with integrate work experience at partnership businesses. | $10,000 |
| Lotus Impact Foundation | Provide onsite & virtual literacy/ESL training and other academic tutoring to low-income residents in the housing development. | $10,000 |
| Hope Lutheran K-8 School | Scholarship for low-income students to attend k-8 | $9,000 |
| Earth Sciences Foundation Inc Letsdigorg | Provide school age and adults with training, experience, and career exposure to earth sciences. Programs for veterans and indigenous peoples. | $5,000 |
| Education Through Music - Colorado | Provide full music program to denver & aurora K-12 public school students. | $5,000 |
| Project Read - Utah | Fund pilot project to provide remote/rural programming for adult literacy and ESL services through local libraries and their technology and resources. | $5,000 |
| Golden VIEW ACADEMY | Partial college scholarship for graduating senior. | $5,000 |
| JazzSTL | PROVIDE FREE MUSIC LESSONs, PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES, AUDITION TOOLS, & ACADEMIC SUPPORT TO LOW INCOME KIDS | $5,000 |
| Marketplace of Ideasmarketplace for Kids | 2-day interactive job camp & training for middle-schoolers; careers in medical, construction, utility, STEM-based, etc program includes job placement, support and give-back. | $5,000 |
| National Repertory Orchestra - Youth | Provide training & performance opportunities to youth to play music in small groups | $5,000 |
| Individual | Undergraduate Tuition toward Degree in Kinesiology | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship to Northwest Career College to become a certified Dental Assistant. | $3,000 |
| Ascent Credit Union Foundation | Provide financial education to Ogden High School Students. Demonstrate tools and practice sound personal financial mgmt. Encourage stability for generations to come and the community.Provide personal financial education to Odgen High School Students. Demonstrate tools and practice skills. Goal is to encourage stability for generations to come and community. | $2,500 |
| Lee's Family Academy | Provide technology (digital blackboard) to school who specializes in teaching kids on autistic spectrum. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa A Bochatey
- Darrell T Grob
Questions people ask
Does Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa A Bochatey (President) and Darrell T Grob (Vice President).
What does Dolores J & Robert A Bochatey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.