The Jorgensen Foundation
Accepts applications
The Jorgensen Foundation is a private foundation in Longmont, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $66,850 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$66,850
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $75,752 the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $75,752 | 25 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $66,850 | 25 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard O Jorgensen 4500 Neva Road, Longmont, CO 80503 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 444-1782 |
| What to submit | Letter stating need and purpose |
| Restrictions | No restrictions or limitations |
What The Jorgensen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 15 | $48,300 |
| Florida | 4 | $14,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $20,000 |
| Mountainfilm | General support | $10,800 |
| Lowery Park Zoo | General support | $9,000 |
| Community Foodshare | General support | $2,500 |
| Telluride Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Boulder Shelter for the Homeless | General support | $2,000 |
| Love 4 Lawrence Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Greenhouse Scholars | General support | $2,000 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundatio | General support | $2,000 |
| Bridge House | General support | $2,000 |
| Safehouse Progressive Alliance | General support | $2,000 |
| The Nature Conservancylykes Family | General support | $1,000 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Associa | General support | $1,000 |
| Center for Big Bend Studies | General support | $1,000 |
| Colorado Outward Bound School | General support | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $1,000 |
| Thorne Nature Experience | General support | $1,000 |
| Utah Film Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Birds of Prey Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Crow Canyon Archaeological Center | General support | $500 |
| Family to Family | General support | $500 |
| Life Quest Girl's Academy | General support | $500 |
| Telluride Mountain Club | General support | $500 |
| Graceful Living Home Care | General support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard O Jorgensen
- Charlotte L Jorgensen
Questions people ask
Does The Jorgensen Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Jorgensen Foundation give?
$66,850 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Jorgensen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard O Jorgensen (President) and Charlotte L Jorgensen (Secretary).
What does The Jorgensen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.