Jonas Family Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Jonas Family Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Thornton, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $587,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$587,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$16.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $502,593 the year before.
63% 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 | $549,000 | 24 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $502,593 | 21 | $14.7 million |
| 2025 | $587,000 | 27 | $16.4 million |
How to apply
Jonas Family Foundation Trust 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 Jonas Family Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $355,750 |
| Colorado | 8 | $179,250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $17,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $15,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Sonomamarin | General purposes | $30,000 |
| North Marin Community Services | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Project Angel Heart | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Springhill School | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Home Ahead | General purposes | $29,250 |
| Ceres Community Project | General purposes | $28,500 |
| Lafayette Partners in Education Lpi | General purposes | $27,250 |
| Individual | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Cots | General purposes | $20,000 |
| The Living Room | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Child Parenting Institute | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Salesian Boys Girls Club | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Horseplay | General purposes | $17,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Individual | General purposes | $15,000 |
| 911 Memorial Fund | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Hooves for Harmony | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Isf | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Marin Humane Society | General purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd Dunderdale
- Barbara A Doolittle
- Beverly Dunderdale
- Brian Dunderdale
Questions people ask
Does Jonas Family Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jonas Family Foundation Trust give?
$587,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Jonas Family Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd Dunderdale (President), Barbara A Doolittle (Secretary), Beverly Dunderdale (Treasurer) and Brian Dunderdale (Vice President).
What does Jonas Family Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.