The Boedecker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Boedecker Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 60 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$35.7 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 46 | $37.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 60 | $35.7 million |
How to apply
The Boedecker 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Boedecker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 31 | $751,000 |
| Colorado | 15 | $334,470 |
| New York | 4 | $115,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $110,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $80,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Settlement Home for Children | Program Needs | $100,000 |
| World Spark | Program Needs | $80,000 |
| Ready Nest Foundation | Program Needs | $60,000 |
| Nashville Food Project | Program Needs | $60,000 |
| Fannie Battle | Program Needs | $50,000 |
| Middle TN State Univ Foundation | Program Needs | $50,000 |
| There with Care | Program Needs | $50,000 |
| Buffs for Life Foundation | Program Needs | $50,000 |
| Copland House | Program Needs | $50,000 |
| Backfield in Motion | Program Needs | $41,000 |
| Theatre Bug Inc | Program Needs | $40,000 |
| The Dairy Center for the Arts | Program Needs | $40,000 |
| Every Mother Counts | Program Needs | $40,000 |
| Voices for Children | Program Needs | $40,000 |
| Nurses for Newborns | Program Needs | $40,000 |
| Light Up Hope | Program Needs | $40,000 |
| Family Affair Ministries | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| Renewal House | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| St Luke's Community House | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| Nicki Mitchell Foundation Inc | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| Thistle Farms | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| Small World Yoga | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Program Needs | $30,000 |
| Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park | Program Needs | $25,000 |
| Nashville Public Education Foundation | Program Needs | $20,000 |
| Raphah Institute | Program Needs | $20,000 |
| University School of Nashville | Program Needs | $20,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Program Needs | $19,470 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Program Needs | $15,000 |
| Challenge Foundation | Program Needs | $15,000 |
| Community Fdn of Middle TN | Program Needs | $15,000 |
| Warren Village | Program Needs | $15,000 |
| Wickenburg Christian Academy | Program Needs | $15,000 |
| Equity Alliance | Program Needs | $10,000 |
| Sing Me a Story | Program Needs | $10,000 |
| Book Em | Program Needs | $10,000 |
| Songs for Sound | Program Needs | $10,000 |
| Interfaith Dental Clinic | Program Needs | $10,000 |
| Equal Chance for Education | Program Needs | $10,000 |
| Lubick Foundation | Program Needs | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George Boedecker
- Brianna Boedecker
- Jennifer Stapleton
- Shelley Diede
- Jeff Humphrey
- Steve Beck
Questions people ask
Does The Boedecker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Boedecker Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Boedecker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George Boedecker (Founder/CEO), Brianna Boedecker (VP of Program/Dev.), Jennifer Stapleton (VP of Operations) and Shelley Diede (Chief Financial Officer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Boedecker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.