The Dormie Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Dormie Fund is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $126,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$126,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $144,000 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $144,000 | 12 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $126,000 | 11 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
The Dormie Fund 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 Dormie Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 7 | $70,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General | $40,000 |
| University of Denver | General | $35,000 |
| St Johns Cathedral | General | $12,000 |
| Western Stock Show Association | General | $10,000 |
| Usga Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Denver Zoological Foundation | General | $4,000 |
| US Air Force Academy Foundation | General | $3,000 |
| National Western Scholarship Fund | General | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Tech | General | $3,000 |
| Emory University-Jones | General | $3,000 |
| Colorado Sports Hall of Fame | General | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Will F Nicholson III
- Olivia N Reese
- Elizabeth Nicholson
Questions people ask
Does The Dormie Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dormie Fund give?
$126,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Dormie Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Will F Nicholson III (President), Olivia N Reese (VP Treasurer) and Elizabeth Nicholson (Secretary).
What does The Dormie Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.