The Norwood Foundation
Accepts applications
The Norwood Foundation is a private foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.1 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $2.8 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$6.1 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$2.8 million
- Assets$116 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.5 million | 38 | $62.5 million |
| 2023 | $2.5 million | 49 | $71.2 million |
| 2024 | $6.1 million | 40 | $116 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Christopher S Jenkins 111 S Tejon St Suite 222, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (719) 593-2600 |
| Restrictions | Individuals pursuing a college education must be a high school graduate. Individuals seeking trade or vocational skills need not be a high school graduate, but must comply with the admission requirements of the training institution. In addition the Foundation will support organizations and activities that pursue religious, charitable, scientific, literary or educational purposes and for the prevention of cruelty to children. |
What The Norwood Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 33 | $5.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $225,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $33,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rapha Foundation Fund | General Purpose | $2.8 million |
| Pikes Peak Community Foundations | General Purpose | $1.6 million |
| Pikes Peak Hospice | General Purpose | $275,000 |
| Advance Colorado | General Purpose | $250,000 |
| American Red Cross | General Purpose | $250,000 |
| QED Foundation | General Purpose | $225,000 |
| Care & Share | General Purpose | $125,000 |
| Baptists on Mission | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Mt Carmel Veterans Center | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Dream Centers of Colorado Springs | General Purpose | $92,615 |
| Penrose St Francis Health Foundation | General Purpose | $50,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General Purpose | $35,000 |
| St Helena Hospital Foundation | General Purpose | $33,500 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | General Purpose | $30,000 |
| Cheyenne Village | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| We Fortify | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| West Side Cares | General Purpose | $16,648 |
| Pikes Peak Range Riders Foundation | General Purpose | $12,500 |
| Colorado Gamma Chapter | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Colorado Springs Philharmonic | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Fountain Valley School | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Judi's House | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Pikes Peak International Hill Climb | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Young Life | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Colorado Springs Chorale | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Early Childhood Business Council | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Richards Rubbish Roundup | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Torch of Freedom Foundation | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Compassion International | General Purpose | $2,740 |
| Gold Buckle Ministries | General Purpose | $2,500 |
| Messenger International | General Purpose | $2,500 |
| Ride for the Brand Ranch Rodeo | General Purpose | $2,500 |
| Charitable from Pass-Through Entity | General Purpose | $1,582 |
| City of Manitou-Carnegie Library | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Goodwill of Colorado | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of the PPR | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Pikes Peak Soap Box Derby | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| St Patrick's Day Parade and Events | General Purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David D Jenkins
- Carolyn S Jenkins
- Christopher S Jenkins
Questions people ask
Does The Norwood Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Norwood Foundation give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Norwood Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David D Jenkins (President), Carolyn S Jenkins (Vice President) and Christopher S Jenkins (Sec/Treas).
What does The Norwood Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and faith communities.