Scharp Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Scharp Family Foundation is a private foundation in Monument, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $18,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $6,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$18,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$420,202
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $16,600 the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,600 | 14 | $409,318 |
| 2024 | $18,500 | 18 | $420,202 |
How to apply
Scharp 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.
What Scharp Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 15 | $9,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship of Christ | General Use | $6,500 |
| Colorado School of Mines | General Use | $3,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation | General Use | $2,000 |
| Savio | General Use | $1,000 |
| Tri-Lakes Cares | General Use | $1,000 |
| Deer Creek Middle School | General Use | $900 |
| Morris Animal Foundation | General Use | $600 |
| Tri-Lakes United Methodist Church | General Use | $500 |
| Pheasants Forever | General Use | $500 |
| CSU - Flint Animal Cancer Center | General Use | $400 |
| Golden Retriever Rescue Rockies | General Use | $400 |
| Illuminate Colorado | General Use | $400 |
| Colorado State University Foundation | General Use | $250 |
| Goldberg Law Center PC | General Use | $250 |
| Rocky Mountain Conservatory | General Use | $200 |
| Childrens Hospital Colorado Colorado S | General Use | $200 |
| STAR Girlz Empowerment | General Use | $200 |
| National Mill Dog Rescue | General Use | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert C Scharp
- Paula J Engler
- Jacob R Scharp
- Trent Engler
Questions people ask
Does Scharp Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scharp Family Foundation give?
$18,500 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Scharp Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert C Scharp (President), Paula J Engler (Director), Jacob R Scharp (Director) and Trent Engler (Secretary).
What does Scharp Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.