McDaniel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McDaniel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $255,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$255,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $250,162 the year before.
50% 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 | $190,643 | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $250,162 | 14 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $255,500 | 14 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
McDaniel 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 8 | $225,500 |
| Michigan | 2 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Terolyn Horse Rescue | General fund | $150,000 |
| Friends School | General fund | $30,000 |
| Roots Music Project | General fund | $22,000 |
| Dairy Center | General fund | $16,000 |
| Efaa | General fund | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Community Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Kids Food Basket | General fund | $5,000 |
| Marion Cares | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mission Arlingtonmission Metroplex | General fund | $5,000 |
| Tomorrow's Home Founation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Yellowstone Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fishing the Good Fight | General fund | $1,000 |
| The New Local | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary McDaniel
- Gail McDaniel
Questions people ask
Does McDaniel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McDaniel Family Foundation give?
$255,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs McDaniel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary McDaniel (Officer) and Gail McDaniel (Officer).