John & Florence Fortune Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Florence Fortune Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,370 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $42,000. 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$94,370
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$42,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $214,201 the year before.
55% 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 | $99,500 | 9 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $214,201 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $94,370 | 12 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
John & Florence Fortune 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 John & Florence Fortune Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 9 | $85,870 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arrupe Jesuit High School | General support | $42,000 |
| Regis University | General support | $10,500 |
| Denver Center for the Performing Ar | General support | $5,120 |
| Brown Robe Benefit- Capuchin Friars | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General support | $5,000 |
| Porter Billups Leadership Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| The Challenge Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Morgan Adams Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Oblates of Mary Immaculate | General support | $5,000 |
| John Tobey Donor Advised Fund | General support | $3,250 |
| Ignition Volunteer Corp | General support | $2,500 |
| Jesuits USA Central Southern | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Fortune
- John Tobey
- Molly Fortune
Questions people ask
Does John & Florence Fortune Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Florence Fortune Foundation give?
$94,370 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John & Florence Fortune Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Fortune (Director), John Tobey (Director) and Molly Fortune (Secretary).
What does John & Florence Fortune Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.