The Max and Helen Krey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Max and Helen Krey Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Junction, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,516 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$160,516
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $159,504 the year before.
13% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $159,504 | 15 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $160,516 | 16 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Max and Helen Krey 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 Max and Helen Krey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 15 | $159,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,010 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cmu Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Hopewest | General fund | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Hospital Foundation | General fund | $20,000 |
| Community Hospital Foundation | General fund | $20,000 |
| W Co Center for the Arts | General fund | $10,000 |
| Eureka McConnell Science Museum | General fund | $10,000 |
| Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra | Feneral fund | $10,000 |
| Grand Junction Rotary Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Catholic Outreach | General fund | $5,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| Seventh Day Adventist Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General fund | $5,000 |
| Hope of the Grand Valley | General fund | $5,000 |
| Operation Revamp | General fund | $2,500 |
| Veterans Honor Guard | General fund | $2,000 |
| Eisenhower Foundation | General fund | $1,010 |
Officers and trustees
- Marina Young
- Mark Krey
Questions people ask
Does The Max and Helen Krey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Max and Helen Krey Foundation give?
$160,516 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Max and Helen Krey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marina Young (Director) and Mark Krey (Director).
What does The Max and Helen Krey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and faith communities.