Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation
Accepts applications
Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation is a private foundation in Evergreen, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $875,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$875,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$22.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $865,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $870,000 | 17 | $19.8 million |
| 2024 | $865,000 | 17 | $21.2 million |
| 2025 | $875,000 | 18 | $22.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Julia Esser 1740 Copper Lane, Evergreen, CO 80439-9406 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 674-3472 |
| What to submit | LETTER APPLICATION, TREASURY DEPARTMENT QUALIFICATION AS IRC SECTION 501(c)(3) PUPLIC CHARITY, PURPOSE OF GRANT, AND AMOUNT REQUESTED. |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted at any time. |
What Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 12 | $500,000 |
| California | 3 | $105,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $70,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer Research Institute | Young investigatorsthrough clinicalaccel. Program | $100,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | Suicide preventionand endowmentfund | $100,000 |
| Colorado Academy | Supports josephboice esser endowscholarship fund | $100,000 |
| National Marrow Donor Program | Support for thenational marrowdonor program | $100,000 |
| Astronaut Scholarship Fund | Scholarships | $70,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association - Colorado Chapter | Co alzeimers projects | $65,000 |
| High Fives Foundation | Sport injuryprevention andawareness | $65,000 |
| Mountain Area Land Trust | General support | $55,000 |
| Mount Evans Home and Health Care Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
| Bootstraps | Support forinterest freeschool loans | $30,000 |
| Angel Flight West | General support | $30,000 |
| Casa of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Zarlengo Foundation | Children withdisabilities | $20,000 |
| University of Denver | General support | $20,000 |
| Metropolitan State University of Denver | General support | $20,000 |
| Etm Colorado | General support | $10,000 |
| Lotus Circle | General support | $10,000 |
| Goals | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard B Esser
- Julia K Esser
- Megan Keough Esser
- Henry Esser
Questions people ask
Does Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted at any time..
How much does Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation give?
$875,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard B Esser (Trustee), Julia K Esser (Trustee), Megan Keough Esser (Trustee) and Henry Esser (Trustee).
What does Marion Esser Kaufmann Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.