SGM Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SGM Family Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwood Village, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $142,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$142,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,500 the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $89,000 | 18 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $101,500 | 19 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $142,500 | 19 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
SGM 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 SGM Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 12 | $88,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $25,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $17,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $7,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Museum of Nature & Science | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Lurie Children's Foundation | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Common Hope | Charitable purpose | $17,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Denver | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Highline Canal Conservancy | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Love Light Melody | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Denver Center for the Performing Arts | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Great Plains Foundation | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| National Jewish Hospital | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy of Colorado | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Colorado Symphony Orchestra | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Humble Design | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Wildlife Sanctuary | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Princeton University | Charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Junior League of Denver Foundation | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen G McConahey
- Kathleen L McConahey
- Heather M Shaffer
- Benjamin S McConahey
Questions people ask
Does SGM Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SGM Family Foundation give?
$142,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs SGM Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen G McConahey (Director), Kathleen L McConahey (Director), Heather M Shaffer (Director) and Benjamin S McConahey (Director).
What does SGM Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, youth programs and arts and culture.