The Orphiflamme Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Orphiflamme Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $565,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $21,500 and the largest $82,000. 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$565,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$21,500
- Largest grant$82,000
- Assets$211,328
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2024 was up from $315,000 the year before.
72% 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 | $848,000 | 26 | $786,595 |
| 2023 | $315,000 | 7 | $805,799 |
| 2024 | $565,000 | 18 | $211,328 |
How to apply
The Orphiflamme 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 Orphiflamme Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $50,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $198,000 |
| Virginia | 7 | $182,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $82,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $18,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iyyun Center | General Support | $82,000 |
| Virginia Organizing | General Support | $80,000 |
| Ayin Press Limited | General Support | $70,000 |
| Chabad of Barcelona | General Support | $50,000 |
| PEF Israel Endowment Funds Inc | General Support | $40,000 |
| Chabad of Charlottesville | General Support | $40,000 |
| Sukkat Shaleym Inc | General Support | $30,000 |
| Friends of Lev Le'Daas Inc | General Support | $25,000 |
| The Torah and Nature Foundation | General Support | $25,000 |
| Chasdei Yisroel | General Support | $18,000 |
| Chabad East DC Jewish Center | General Support | $18,000 |
| Healing Harvest Forest Foundation | General Support | $15,000 |
| Yiddish Farm Education Center | General Support | $15,000 |
| Living Earth School | General Support | $15,000 |
| Sin Barreras | General Support | $12,000 |
| North Garden Volunteer Fire Company | General Support | $10,000 |
| Yad Yaakov | General Support | $10,000 |
| Cove Presbyterian Church | General Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jorian Schutz
- Stephen Schutz
Questions people ask
Does The Orphiflamme Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Orphiflamme Foundation give?
$565,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $21,500.
Who runs The Orphiflamme Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jorian Schutz (President/Secretary/Treas) and Stephen Schutz (Ass't Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Orphiflamme Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.