Hart Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hart Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$84,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was down from $90,000 the year before.
69% 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 | $90,000 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 5 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $84,000 | 13 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Hart 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 Hart Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $49,500 |
| California | 4 | $13,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $9,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $7,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Evans Home Health Care Hospice | Hospice care | $12,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Food pantry | $12,000 |
| Save the Children | Children's support services | $9,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Homeless support services | $9,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Founda | Hospital endowment | $8,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Wichita | support of youth outreach | $7,000 |
| KSUT - Four Corners Public Radio | Public radio | $5,500 |
| Alaska Community Foundation | Public radio fund | $5,500 |
| Casa Youth Shelter | Homeless youth support | $5,000 |
| Bushlife Conservancy | Wildlife conservation | $4,000 |
| Humane Colorado | Animal rescue | $3,000 |
| Laef | Educational | $2,000 |
| We Care | Homeless support services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory M Brown
- Valerie H Whittle
- Kathleen E Brown
- James B Hart
- William E Hart
- Sarah E St Clair
- Peter Whittle
- Virginia Wilson
- Sheila Hart
Questions people ask
Does Hart Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hart Family Foundation give?
$84,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Hart Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory M Brown (President & CEO), Valerie H Whittle (Secretary), Kathleen E Brown (Treasurer) and James B Hart (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Hart Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and housing and homelessness.