The Flunison Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Flunison Fund is a private foundation in Aspen, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,200 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $7,000. 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$46,200
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,150 the year before.
6% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $35,200 | 30 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $41,150 | 33 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $46,200 | 32 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Flunison 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 Flunison Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 28 | $43,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $2,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic School | Education | $7,000 |
| Grand Valley Catholic Outreach | Feed homeless | $5,000 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | Feed homeless | $5,000 |
| Vision Health International | Medical services | $4,100 |
| Aspen Journalism | Education | $2,500 |
| Kids Aid | Feed children | $2,500 |
| Friends of St Bartholomew's Angelican Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| Wildernes Workshop | Preserve environment | $2,000 |
| Art Base | Art education | $1,500 |
| Colorado West Land Trust | Preserve environment | $1,500 |
| Aspen Historical Society | Education | $1,500 |
| Aspen Valley Land Trust | Preserve environment | $1,500 |
| Colorado Mesa Univ Foundation | Education | $1,500 |
| St Matthews Episcopal Church | Religious | $1,500 |
| Hilltop Health Services | Nursing services | $1,000 |
| Aspen Chapel | Religous | $1,000 |
| Aspenpitkin County Animal Shelter | Animal assistance | $500 |
| Grassroots Network | Education | $500 |
| Engish in Action | Education | $500 |
| The Trift Shop | Feed homeless | $500 |
| Mesa Development Services-Strive | Assistance disabled | $500 |
| Roaring Fork Conservancy | Preserve environment | $500 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | Religious | $500 |
| Independence Pass | Preserve environment | $500 |
| Loma Cat House | Animal assistence | $200 |
| GJ Blackout | Children physical education | $200 |
| Grand Rivers Humane Society | Health | $200 |
| Tenth Mountain Division Hut Assn | Assistance | $100 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | Assistance for the arts | $100 |
| Princeton University | Education | $100 |
| Trustees of Phillips Academy | Education | $100 |
| Aspen Art Museum | Art education | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Hugh D Wise III
- Mary Wise
Questions people ask
Does The Flunison Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Flunison Fund give?
$46,200 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Flunison Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Hugh D Wise III (Trustee) and Mary Wise (Trustee).
What does The Flunison Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.