The Armour Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Armour Family Foundation is a private foundation in Avon, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $75,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $8,500 | 2 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $18,605 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 3 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 4 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Armour 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 District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy Inc | Unrestricted donation | $25,000 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $15,000 |
| The V Foundation for Cancer Research | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
| Wnet | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick Sudekum
- David Armour
- Margaret Sudekum
- Lynne Schwartz
- Jeff Schwartz
- Ruth Soenius
Questions people ask
Does The Armour Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Armour Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Armour Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick Sudekum (President & Director), David Armour (Director), Margaret Sudekum (Treasurer & Director) and Lynne Schwartz (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.