Muhr Hoerter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Muhr Hoerter Foundation is a private foundation in Littleton, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $4,500. 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$11,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$243,321
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $12,100 the year before.
71% 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 | $10,000 | 7 | $158,764 |
| 2024 | $12,100 | 7 | $207,233 |
| 2025 | $11,500 | 7 | $243,321 |
How to apply
Muhr Hoerter 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 Muhr Hoerter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $9,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Action Center | Provide assistance for basic human needs | $4,500 |
| Kennedys Disease Association | Research on kennedys disease | $2,000 |
| Samaritan House | Provide emergency shelter to singles and families | $2,000 |
| Womens Bean Project | Training & employment to distressed women | $1,500 |
| Christ on the Mountain | Christian church | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Low income home ownership program | $500 |
| St Joh Vianney Theological Seminary | Formation of priest for the roman catholic church | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey A Hoerter
- Michael J Hoerter
- Richard G Hoerter
- Carolyn M Lyons
Questions people ask
Does Muhr Hoerter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Muhr Hoerter Foundation give?
$11,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Muhr Hoerter Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey A Hoerter (President and Treasurer), Michael J Hoerter (Secretary), Richard G Hoerter (It Officer) and Carolyn M Lyons (Vice President).
What does Muhr Hoerter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, human services and faith communities.