The Halverson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Halverson Foundation is a private foundation in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,015 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $30,000. 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$87,015
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $112,850 the year before.
21% 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 | $59,000 | 49 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $112,850 | 47 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $87,015 | 41 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Halverson 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 Halverson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Colorado. It also paid $250 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 18 | $71,265 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $4,250 |
| California | 4 | $3,250 |
| New York | 5 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yampa River Botanic Park | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Africa School Assistance Project | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lift Up of Routt County | Unrestrcited | $3,000 |
| Northwest Colorado Health | Unrestrcited | $3,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Western Resilience Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mtn | Unrestrcited | $2,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Citizens for Responsibility Ethics | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Tides Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Brown University | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| National Public Radio Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Propublica | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Whittier School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Southwest Energy Efficiency Project | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Southern Hills Middle School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Smith College | Unrestrcited | $500 |
| Stanford University | Unrestrcited | $500 |
| Partners in Health | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Highline Canal Conservancy | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Williams College | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Nonprofitvoteorg | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Davidson College | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Colorado Sun | Unrestricted | $265 |
| Colorado Academy | Unrestrcited | $250 |
| Phillips Academy | Unrestricted | $250 |
| St Catherine's School Foundation | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Authors Guild Foundation | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Mongabay | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Nishimachi International School | Unrestricted | $250 |
| The Open Notebook | Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne Halverson
- Nils W Halverson
- M Anders Halverson
- Jon N Halverson
Questions people ask
Does The Halverson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Halverson Foundation give?
$87,015 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Halverson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne Halverson (President), Nils W Halverson (Vice President), M Anders Halverson (Vice President) and Jon N Halverson (Treasurer).
What does The Halverson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and international.