The Christian P Anschutz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Christian P Anschutz Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2023 it gave $296,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $65,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$296,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$10,500
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2023 was down from $412,500 the year before.
65% of its 2023 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 | $412,500 | 18 | $11,000 |
| 2023 | $296,500 | 17 | $10,500 |
How to apply
The Christian P Anschutz 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 Christian P Anschutz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 12 | $231,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Foundation | General support | $65,000 |
| Common Sense Institute | General support | $50,000 |
| Colorado Thirty Group Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| Metropolitan State University | General support | $25,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Wycliffe Seed Company | General support | $25,000 |
| Fbicaaa | General support | $25,000 |
| Headwaterslife Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Colorado State Patrol Family Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Denver Police Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum | General support | $5,000 |
| Business Executives for National Security | General support | $5,000 |
| The Becky Baker Foundation | General suppport | $4,000 |
| National Western Stock Show | General support | $1,000 |
| Tragedy Asst Prog for Survivors | General support | $1,000 |
| The Longmire Foundation | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christian P Anschutz
- Susan C Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Christian P Anschutz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Christian P Anschutz Foundation give?
$296,500 in tax year 2023, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Christian P Anschutz Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Christian P Anschutz (Chair of Board/President-Nomin) and Susan C Smith (Executive Director - Nominal).
What does The Christian P Anschutz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.