The Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $142,375 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$142,375
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $141,500 the year before.
80% 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 | $141,500 | 6 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $142,375 | 9 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Little Red Hen Charitable 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 Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $101,375 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uni of Colorado Opera | opera outreach program | $40,000 |
| Individual | $40,000 | |
| Individual | General purpose | $30,000 |
| The Equine Therapy Project | Providing first responders horse therapy sessions | $10,000 |
| Individual | Promotional video to create interest in developers to participate in the age in place housing community | $10,000 |
| Gold Hill Elementary School | Adding to the green house outdoor education center for science education. Purchasing cross country skis for outdoor science program | $9,600 |
| Individual | Mural creation for funding to mural program | $1,775 |
| Lead | Kids Drug prevention program | $500 |
| The Academy Hospital Foundation | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally Eckert
Questions people ask
Does The Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation give?
$142,375 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sally Eckert (President).
What does The Little Red Hen Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.