Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation
Accepts applications
Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Brush, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $743,181 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $260,247. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$743,181
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$260,247
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $742,010 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $640,569 | 20 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $742,010 | 18 | $15.9 million |
| 2025 | $743,181 | 22 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kevin C Rhode PO Box 324, Brush, CO 80723 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (970) 842-5101 |
| What to submit | Letter request |
| Deadlines | December 1st |
| Restrictions | Northeastern Colorado area |
What Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 11 | $664,156 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $12,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $12,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $12,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $12,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $7,025 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $6,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $6,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $6,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East Morgan County Hospital District | Donation, medical equipment | $260,247 |
| Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center Foundation | Donation- equipment, remodel | $163,858 |
| Brush School District | Donation - equipment upgrades | $124,681 |
| City of Brush | Donation,park & rec projects | $70,000 |
| Washington County Nursing Home | Donation-patient equipment | $14,309 |
| Dordt University | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Kansas State University | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Northeastern Junior College | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| West Governors University | Scholarships | $7,025 |
| Abilene Christian University | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Aims Community College | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Co State University Pueblo | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| College of Saint Benedict | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Colorado Mesa University | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Creighton University | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Mid Plains Community College | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| University of Montana | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| University of North Dakota | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| West Taxas A&m University | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Morgan County United Way | Donation, 2025 campaign | $750 |
| Abc Development Center | Donation - match | $311 |
Officers and trustees
- The Farmers State Bank
Questions people ask
Does Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: December 1st.
How much does Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation give?
$743,181 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists The Farmers State Bank (Trustee).
What does Jack Petteys Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.