Schoelzel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schoelzel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Englewood, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $505,500 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$505,500
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$13.9 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $481,250 the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 | $452,375 | 38 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $481,250 | 37 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $505,500 | 38 | $13.9 million |
How to apply
Schoelzel 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 Schoelzel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 26 | $415,500 |
| California | 3 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $17,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Pavillion | Conservation and general support | $85,000 |
| Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance | Operational support | $60,000 |
| Humane Colorado | General support | $60,000 |
| Warren Village | Operation support for underserved families | $30,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockeis | Program support | $25,000 |
| Tall Tales Ranch | Residential project/special needs | $25,000 |
| Gold Crown Foundation | Sports enrichment programs for at risk youth | $20,000 |
| Children of the Pueblo Inc | Scholarship and educational supplies | $15,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital Alsac | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Anchor Center for the Blind | General support | $10,000 |
| Awe | General support | $10,000 |
| Children's Hosptial Co Foundation | Advance patient care, education, research, & advocacy | $10,000 |
| Cure Search for Childrens Cancer | General support | $10,000 |
| Reach Out and Read Co | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Denver Country Club Scholarship Program | Captial gift and harmony equine center | $9,000 |
| A Friend of Jack Rescue | General support | $8,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General support | $8,000 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Children of the Pueblo Aspire | General support | $5,000 |
| CHV Police Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Colorado Academy | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Flint Animal Cancer Centers - Csu Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Graland Country Day School | General support | $5,000 |
| Kent Denver | Operational support to educate underserved children | $5,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | General support | $5,000 |
| Monterrey Peninsula Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| National 4H Council | General support | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of Colorado | Special needs programs | $5,000 |
| Zarlengo Foundation | Support families with disabled children | $5,000 |
| Environmental Learning for Kids(elk) | Teen programs | $4,000 |
| Terolyn Horse Rescue | General support | $3,000 |
| Central City Opera House Assoc | General support | $2,500 |
| Saddle Up | Operational support | $2,500 |
| University of Wyoming Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Best Buddies International | General support | $2,000 |
| Cherry Hills Palmer Scholarship Foundation Inc | Fund palmer scholarship fund | $2,000 |
| Denver Santa Claus Shop | Toys/books for underserved youth | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott W Schoelzel
- Catherine P Schoelzel
Questions people ask
Does Schoelzel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schoelzel Family Foundation give?
$505,500 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Schoelzel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott W Schoelzel (Trustee) and Catherine P Schoelzel (Trustee).
What does Schoelzel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and youth programs.