Eagle River Foundation
Accepts applications
Eagle River Foundation is a private foundation in Eagle, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,714 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$15,714
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$184,626
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,515 the year before.
67% 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 | $16,662 | 7 | $166,771 |
| 2024 | $11,515 | 7 | $167,893 |
| 2025 | $15,714 | 9 | $184,626 |
How to apply
| Contact | Eagle River Foundation PO Box 2082, Eagle, CO 81631 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (970) 328-7337, erfpres@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Please see grant application on the website |
| Deadlines | Deadlines for grant applications are june 1 and november 1 of each year. Grants are awarded in july |
| Restrictions | The mission of the eagle river foundation is to work cooperatively with the communities of western eagle county Colorado, by initiating or financially supporting not-for- profit projects which promote the safety, well-being, and environment of the people within the area. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Eagle River Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 9 | $15,714 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Tots Preschool | Youth programs | $5,000 |
| Family Learning Center | Youth programs | $3,000 |
| Eagle River Youth Coalition | Youth programs | $2,000 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | Community support | $1,864 |
| Peek - Red Ribbon Project | Youth programs | $1,200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Community support | $1,000 |
| Eagle County Historical Society | Community support | $650 |
| The Cycle Effect | Community support | $500 |
| Rocky Mountain Wild | Habitat/environment | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Lengel
- Debbie Comerford
- Steve Smith
- Laurie Slaughter
- Sonia Beasley
- Jessie Steinmetz
Questions people ask
Does Eagle River Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Deadlines for grant applications are june 1 and november 1 of each year. Grants are awarded in july.
How much does Eagle River Foundation give?
$15,714 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs Eagle River Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon Lengel (President), Debbie Comerford (Treasurer), Steve Smith (Secretary) and Laurie Slaughter (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Eagle River Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and environment and conservation.