Monfort Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Monfort Family Foundation is a private foundation in Eaton, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $228,000 and the largest $700,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$228,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$12.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 8 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 5 | $12.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Becky Maag 134 Oak Avenue, Eaton, CO 80615 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (970) 454-1358 |
| What to submit | Monfort Family Foundation Grant Application GuidelinesPlease include the following, keeping it as brief as possible.1. Organization's name Project's Name (if applicable) Address Contact person and title Phone Number Date2. Total budget of organization.3. Total budget of project (detailed).4. Amount requested from the Monfort Family Foundation, for what purpose and when needed.5. Summary of the proposal - State the problem/need, methods to be used in solving the problem/need, how this will impact the community, and why it is appropriate for the Monfort Family Foundation (one page maximum).6. List other sources of funds for this project. Include amount requested and amount received.7. List of board members. Please provide background information and/or occupation of each board member.Please submit to:Monfort Family Foundation134 Oak AvenueEaton, CO 80615Funding policies:- Funding for single-year grants will need to be approved each year for continued support.- Funding for multi-year grant |
| Restrictions | Northern Colorado region is preferred, especially Weld County.The Monfort Family Foundation is a family directed charitable organization established in 1970 by Warren and Edith Monfort, pioneers in the development of the beef industry in Weld County, Colorado.The trustees of the Foundation are committed to making grants to tax-exempt organizations that provide worthwhile programs and projects with a focus on Weld County, Colorado and its residents. Grant objectives include promoting education and providing aid to the disadvantaged.The Foundation will not make the following types of grants:-Grants to individuals for any purpose-Grants to religious organizations for religious purposes-Grants for political purposes-Grants for lobbying activities-Grants for environmental purposes-Grants for charter schools-Grants for capital campaigns-Grants for events-Grants for other private foundationsThe trustees meet two times a year to review grant applications and determine which programs and projec |
What Monfort Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $1.4 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Northern CO Foundatio | Student Programs | $700,000 |
| United Way of Weld County | General Operations | $510,000 |
| Colorado State University Foundatio | Student Programs | $228,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General operations | $100,000 |
| Junior Achievement - Rocky Mountain | General operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kyle A Futo
- Charlie K Monfort
- Richard A Monfort
Questions people ask
Does Monfort Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Monfort Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $228,000.
Who runs Monfort Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kyle A Futo (President), Charlie K Monfort (Vice President) and Richard A Monfort (Sec/Treasurer).
What does Monfort Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.