Donahue Foundation
Accepts applications
Donahue Foundation is a private foundation in Centennial, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $453,359 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $55,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$453,359
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $696,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $390,500 | 23 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $696,000 | 19 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $453,359 | 19 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lisa Goodwin 18260 E Long Avenue, Centennial, CO 80016 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 944-8356, lisag@donahuefoundation.org |
| What to submit | Applicants should send letters of inquiry via email. |
| Deadlines | Applicants should send a preliminary letter no later than march 1st. |
| Restrictions | Applicants must be classified as a 501(c)(3) organization. Refer to website for further restrictions/limitations. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Donahue Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 12 | $316,826 |
| Arizona | 6 | $136,033 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annunciation School | Educational | $55,000 |
| Arrupe Jesuit High School | Educational | $35,000 |
| St Mary's Academy | Educational | $30,450 |
| Escuela de Guadalupe School | Educational | $30,000 |
| St Mary's High School | Educational | $30,000 |
| St Matthew Catholic School | Educational | $30,000 |
| St Rose of Lima School | Educational | $30,000 |
| Sttherese School | Educational | $28,000 |
| Regis Jesuit High School | Educational | $25,376 |
| Mullen High School | Educational | $25,000 |
| St Agnes Elementary School | Educational | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Catholic High School | Educational | $22,000 |
| San Miguel High School | Educational | $21,033 |
| Brophy High School | Educational | $21,000 |
| Xavier College Prep | Educational | $17,000 |
| Rotary Club of SE Denver | Educational | $10,000 |
| St Paul Catholic School | Educational | $10,000 |
| St Joseph-Fort Collins | Educational | $8,000 |
| St Joseph-Florida | Educational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Donahue Goodwin
- William P Donahue
- Rita Ochs
- Teri Goddard
- Greg Donahue
- Sara Adair
- Ryan Donahue
Questions people ask
Does Donahue Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applicants should send a preliminary letter no later than march 1st.
How much does Donahue Foundation give?
$453,359 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Donahue Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa Donahue Goodwin (Executive Director), William P Donahue (Director), Rita Ochs (Director) and Teri Goddard (President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Donahue Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.