Open Mind Project
Preselected recipients only
Open Mind Project is a private foundation in Snowmass, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$53,440
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $27,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $55,000 | 2 | $56,272 |
| 2024 | $27,500 | 2 | $46,442 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 3 | $53,440 |
How to apply
Open Mind Project 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middle East Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Earthx | Plan, promote, raise funds and organize an annual earth day festival in dallas texas | $7,500 |
| Aspen Chapel | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew C Scott
- Bill Caldwell Jr
- Jamie Pellegrin
- Rev Dr Horace Griffin
- Sada Mire
Questions people ask
Does Open Mind Project accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Open Mind Project give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Open Mind Project?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew C Scott (President), Bill Caldwell Jr (Secretary/Treasurer), Jamie Pellegrin (Director) and Rev Dr Horace Griffin (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.