Menk Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Menk Foundation is a private foundation in Broomfield, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,573 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,600 and the largest $5,000. 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$19,573
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,600
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$153,874
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,187 the year before.
86% 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 | $12,602 | 9 | $152,278 |
| 2024 | $11,187 | 8 | $156,006 |
| 2025 | $19,573 | 7 | $153,874 |
How to apply
Menk 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 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $13,483 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,090 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mountain PBS | General fund | $5,000 |
| Network for Good | General fund | $3,090 |
| National Park Foundation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Colorado Gives | General fund | $2,600 |
| Steamboat Adaptive | General fund | $2,583 |
| A Precious Child | General fund | $2,500 |
| Mapleton Education Foundation | General fund | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian D Menk
Questions people ask
Does Menk Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Menk Foundation give?
$19,573 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,600.
Who runs Menk Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian D Menk (Director).