Kneller Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kneller Family Foundation is a private foundation in Golden, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$150,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $76,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $76,000 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 9 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Kneller 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 Kneller Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $120,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Foundation | Funding of animal cancer center | $50,000 |
| Birds of Prey Foundation | Rehabilitating raptors | $25,000 |
| Second Wind Fund | Support to prevent youth suicide | $20,000 |
| Jeff's Place Children's Bereavement Center Inc | Support grieving children and families | $10,000 |
| Summit County Family Rescue Center | Support the local community | $10,000 |
| Delmont Public Library | Human services-senior continuing care | $10,000 |
| St Thomas' Episcopal Church | Community food bank | $10,000 |
| The Colorado Trail Foundation | Cover costs of maintaining trail | $10,000 |
| Cafe Food Rescue | Rescue food and redistribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen R Kneller
- Malcolm S Kneller
- Thomas R Zezyus
- Ilene Candella
Questions people ask
Does Kneller Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kneller Family Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kneller Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen R Kneller (Chairperson and President), Malcolm S Kneller (Secretary), Thomas R Zezyus (Vice President) and Ilene Candella (Treasurer).
What does Kneller Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.