The Autrey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Autrey Foundation is a private foundation in Englewood, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $181,250 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,200. 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$181,250
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,200
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $156,930 the year before.
16% 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 | $141,700 | 33 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $156,930 | 36 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $181,250 | 31 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Autrey 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 The Autrey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 23 | $139,150 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jazz Aspen Snowmass | Charitable gift | $10,200 |
| Colorado Youth for A Change | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Csu - Rotc | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Food for Thought | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Jr Achievement Endowment Fund | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Prageru | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Project Angel Heart | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| The Master's Apprentice | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Turning Point | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Charitable gift | $8,700 |
| Independence Institute | Charitable gift | $5,500 |
| Bullying Recovery Resource Center | Charitable gift | $5,250 |
| Alzheimer's Association RMC | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Anchor Center for Blind Children | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Center Hill Church of Brethren | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Colorado Uplift | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Cu Foundation (Cancer Cure) | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Kittanning | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Grove City College | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Linam Street Church of Christ | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Save Our Youth | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Constitutional Scholars Team | Charitable gift | $4,500 |
| Colorado Sports Hall of Fame | Charitable gift | $3,000 |
| Common Sense Institute | Charitable gift | $2,500 |
| West Maui Hospital Foundation | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Cherry Creek High School - Cherry Creek Robotics | Charitable gift | $1,500 |
| Central City Opera | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Denver Young Artists Orchestra | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Wesley Foundation | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Cato Institute | Charitable gift | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Autrey
- Sandra Autrey
- Scott B Autrey
- Andrea D Autrey Ellsworth
Questions people ask
Does The Autrey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Autrey Foundation give?
$181,250 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Autrey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Autrey (Director), Sandra Autrey (Director), Scott B Autrey (Director) and Andrea D Autrey Ellsworth (Director).
What does The Autrey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.