Rushmore Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rushmore Family Foundation is a private foundation in Avon, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $27,000. 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$99,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,600 the year before.
50% 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 | $87,500 | 6 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $92,600 | 8 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $99,500 | 8 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Rushmore Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $88,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vail Valley Foundation | For further charitable purpose | $27,000 |
| Guardian Scholars | For further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Querencia Foundation | For further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Vail Veterans Program | For further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Build Inc | For further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | For further charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Hirschorn Museum | For further charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Denver City Lax | For further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sue C Rushmore
- Michael H Rushmore Jr
- Michael H Rushmore III
- Caroline R Schelble
Questions people ask
Does Rushmore Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rushmore Family Foundation give?
$99,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Rushmore Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sue C Rushmore (President, Treasurer, Director), Michael H Rushmore Jr (Secretary, Vice President, Director), Michael H Rushmore III (Director) and Caroline R Schelble (Director).