Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation is a private foundation in Pueblo, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $409,524 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$409,524
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $288,927 the year before.
25% 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 | $294,787 | 16 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $288,927 | 17 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $409,524 | 20 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Jennie and Albert Gersick 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 Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 16 | $374,524 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leonardo de Vinci Museum | History, art museum | $50,000 |
| Csu Pueblo Foundation | Scholarships | $39,624 |
| American Red Cross So Co | Disaster relief - general | $35,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Pueblo | Youth services - workforce developme | $35,000 |
| A Caring Pregnancy Center | Life services program | $25,000 |
| PCC Foundation | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Sangre de Cristo Arts Center | Childrens museum | $25,000 |
| University of Denver | Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Pueblo Zoological Society | Public zoo | $25,000 |
| American Diabetes Assn | Children diabetes camp | $20,000 |
| Care & Share Food Bank of Soco | Hunger relief - pueblo county | $20,000 |
| Pueblo Child Advocacy | Staff development | $20,000 |
| Pueblo Symphony | Music education | $20,000 |
| Casa of Pueblo | Youth services - advocacy program | $17,000 |
| Minnequa & Columbia Elementary Scho | Education | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals | Children's health | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hosp | Children's health | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | Veterans' support | $5,000 |
| Tennyson Center for Children | Children services | $2,500 |
| Pikes Peak Amateur Radio | Education | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine C Nicoll
- Rita C Gersick
- Joseph A Gersick
Questions people ask
Does Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation give?
$409,524 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elaine C Nicoll (Director & P), Rita C Gersick (Director & V) and Joseph A Gersick (Director & V).
What does Jennie and Albert Gersick Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.