Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $312,373. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$312,373
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $797,004 the year before.
47% 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 | $409,431 | 5 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $797,004 | 10 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 15 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust 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 Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 7 | $338,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $312,373 |
| California | 4 | $250,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Papal Foundation | general fund | $312,373 |
| Loras College | general fund | $200,000 |
| Eisenhower Medical Center Foundation | general fund | $200,000 |
| ACE Scholarships | general fund | $100,000 |
| Seeds of Hope | general fund | $100,000 |
| Catholic Charities | general fund | $75,000 |
| Catholic Laity and Clergy for Renewal | general fund | $25,000 |
| Abbey of St Walburga | general fund | $25,000 |
| Carmelite Sisters of Most Sacred Heart | general fund | $25,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schoo | general fund | $15,000 |
| Bella Natural Women's Care | general fund | $12,000 |
| Birth Choice of the Desert | general fund | $10,000 |
| Faith & Reason Institute | general fund | $10,000 |
| St Francis Xavier | general fund | $5,000 |
| Focus | general fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John V Saeman
- Carolyn Ann Saeman
- Nick J Zieser
Questions people ask
Does Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John V Saeman (Co-Trustee), Carolyn Ann Saeman (Co-Trustee) and Nick J Zieser (Secretary / Treasurer).
What does Saeman Family Foundation a Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.