Michael Gordon Black Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael Gordon Black Foundation is a private foundation in Windsor, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $681,049 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$681,049
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was up from $166,000 the year before.
6% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $166,000 | 21 | $652,094 |
| 2024 | $681,049 | 16 | $0 |
How to apply
Michael Gordon Black 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 Michael Gordon Black Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 10 | $386,049 |
| Idaho | 1 | $100,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Avant Ministries | Donation | $100,000 |
| Biblica Foundation | Donation | $100,000 |
| International Students Inc | Donation | $100,000 |
| Maf Foundation | Donation | $100,000 |
| Compassion International | Donation | $50,000 |
| Partners International | Donation | $50,000 |
| Dallas Theological Seminary | Donation | $25,000 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center | Donation | $25,000 |
| Weld Food Bank | Donation | $25,000 |
| National Sports Center for the Disabled | Donation | $20,524 |
| Bridging the Gap-Mile High United Way | Donation | $20,000 |
| Network Beyond Iti | Donation | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Donation | $15,525 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Donation | $10,000 |
| International Justice Mission | Donation | $10,000 |
| Saruni International | Dpmatopn | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn Kenisberg
- Marjorie J Black
- Cristina Kenisberg
Questions people ask
Does Michael Gordon Black Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael Gordon Black Foundation give?
$681,049 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Michael Gordon Black Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathryn Kenisberg (President), Marjorie J Black (Sec/Treas) and Cristina Kenisberg (Vice President).
What does Michael Gordon Black Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.