Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$90,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $110,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,500 | 11 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $110,500 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $90,500 | 11 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Hans and Michele Becherer Family 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 Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $35,500 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Catholic School | Religious | $15,000 |
| Dumb Friends League | Animal shelter | $10,000 |
| Hildegard House | Hospice | $10,000 |
| Judi's House | Education | $10,000 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Education | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Community support | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Rivermont Collegiate | Education | $5,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Disaster response | $5,000 |
| Revel | Community support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michele B Becherer
- Vanessa M Becherer Kieling
Questions people ask
Does Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation give?
$90,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michele B Becherer (Director) and Vanessa M Becherer Kieling (Director).
What does Hans and Michele Becherer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.