The Galena Foundation
Accepts applications
The Galena Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.3 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$6.3 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$87.6 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4.9 million the year before.
22% 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 | $6.0 million | 21 | $62.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.9 million | 24 | $75.1 million |
| 2025 | $6.3 million | 23 | $87.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | F Steven and Abigail Mooney 5050 S Syracuse St 700, Denver, CO 80237 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 761-5213 |
| What to submit | Specific request |
| Deadlines | No deadlines |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What The Galena Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 18 | $6.1 million |
| Tennessee | 2 | $100,000 |
| California | 2 | $75,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Academy | Educational | $1.0 million |
| Catholic Foundation for the Roman Catholic Church | Program development | $1.0 million |
| Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County | Program development | $1.0 million |
| Craig Hospital | Program development | $1.0 million |
| Cu Center for Womens Health Research | Program development | $1.0 million |
| Casa Jefferson County | Program development | $250,000 |
| Judi's House | Program development | $200,000 |
| About Face Foundation | Program development | $125,000 |
| Children of the Pueblo | Program development | $100,000 |
| Seeds of Hope | Program development | $100,000 |
| Tall Tales Ranch | Program development | $100,000 |
| Arupe Jesuit Hs | Educational | $75,000 |
| Bethesda Teaching Ministry | Program development | $50,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Elizabethton | Program development | $50,000 |
| Heimerdinger Foundation | Program development | $50,000 |
| Nurturing Newborns Foundation | Program development | $50,000 |
| Christian McCaffrey Foundation | Program development | $35,000 |
| Grace Fisher Foundation | Program development | $25,000 |
| Sacred Heart of Jesus | Educational | $25,000 |
| Denver Klife | Program development | $15,000 |
| Performing Arts Academy | Program development | $15,000 |
| St Louis King of France Catholic Parish | Program development | $10,000 |
| A Precious Child Inc | Program development | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- F Steven Mooney
- Abigail S Mooney
- Alice G Harwood
Questions people ask
Does The Galena Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadlines.
How much does The Galena Foundation give?
$6.3 million in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Galena Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists F Steven Mooney (Trustee), Abigail S Mooney (President) and Alice G Harwood (Trustee).
What does The Galena Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.