Pinon Trail Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pinon Trail Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,620 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $22,970. 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$120,620
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$22,970
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $153,250 the year before.
43% 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 | $98,750 | 19 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $153,250 | 16 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $120,620 | 14 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Pinon Trail 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 Pinon Trail Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 10 | $108,620 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Emanuel | Organizational exempt purpose | $22,970 |
| Summit Community Fund | Organizational exempt purpose | $16,000 |
| Ryyan Chacra Foundation | Organizational exempt purpose | $15,650 |
| Rose Community Fund | Organizational exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family Service | Organization exempt purpose | $12,500 |
| University of Denver | Organization exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Colab | Organization exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Jewish Colorado | Organization exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Lake Forrest Academy | Organization exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Graland Country Day School Foundati | Organizationalexempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Efshar Project | Organizational exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Local Media Association & Local Med | Organizational exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Maps | Organizational exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Alternative Newsweekly Foundation | Organizational exempt purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathy Neustadt
Questions people ask
Does Pinon Trail Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pinon Trail Foundation give?
$120,620 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Pinon Trail Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathy Neustadt (Pres/Dir/Sec).
What does Pinon Trail Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.