Economy Data Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Economy Data Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $62,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$62,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $60,000 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $60,000 | 26 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $62,500 | 24 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Economy Data 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 Economy Data Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 11 | $23,500 |
| Oregon | 6 | $13,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Action Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of MN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountain | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Heartland | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Clean Water Fund | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of Colorado | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Craig Hospital | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Denver Botanic Gardens | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Donate Life Northwest | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hoyt Arboretum | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Lowry Elementary PTO | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Lowry Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Nick Wilson Charitable Group | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Grand Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Rotary Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| YMCA Camp Widjiwagan | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Fdn | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Friends of Outdoor School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Leap Therapeutic Wilderness Programs | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Assistance League Denver | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Denver Rescue Mission | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Torgerson
- Andrew Mason
Questions people ask
Does Economy Data Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Economy Data Foundation give?
$62,500 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Economy Data Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Torgerson (President) and Andrew Mason (Secretary).
What does Economy Data Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and education.