Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found
Preselected recipients only
Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,488 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$33,488
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$634,574
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $33,972 the year before.
42% 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 | $32,550 | 24 | $395,763 |
| 2024 | $33,972 | 21 | $472,363 |
| 2025 | $33,488 | 24 | $634,574 |
How to apply
Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found 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 Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 17 | $23,700 |
| Texas | 2 | $4,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $1,038 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $750 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Small Champions | General program support | $2,500 |
| Voices for Children | General program support | $2,500 |
| YMCA of Boulder | General program support | $2,500 |
| Susan B Komen Organization | General program support | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General program support | $2,000 |
| TGTHR | General program support | $2,000 |
| Boulder Humane Society | General program support | $2,000 |
| Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center | General program support | $2,000 |
| Faithfully K9 Services Dogs | General program support | $2,000 |
| Mariposa Dr Foundation | General program support | $1,500 |
| Summit County Mountain Rescue | General program support | $1,500 |
| Wild Animal Sanctuary | General program support | $1,500 |
| Carry the Load | General program support | $1,500 |
| Summit County Horse Center | General program support | $1,500 |
| Wounded Worriors Foundation | General program support | $1,038 |
| ACLU | General program support | $750 |
| Nonviolence International | General program support | $750 |
| Denver Zoo | General program support | $600 |
| Speak Up Reach Out | General program support | $500 |
| Vail Mountain Rescue | General program support | $500 |
| Vail Valley Charitable Fund | General program support | $500 |
| Bright Future Foundation | General program support | $500 |
| Beaver Creek Avalanche Dog Program | General program support | $500 |
| Junior League of Denver | General program support | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Ahlstrand
- Janet Ahlstrand
- Edward Ahlstrand Jr
- Amy Guras
- Dina Sheperd
Questions people ask
Does Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found give?
$33,488 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Ahlstrand (President), Janet Ahlstrand (Secretary), Edward Ahlstrand Jr (Trustee) and Amy Guras (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edward And Janet Ahlstrand Family Found fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.