The Pellish Foundation for the Arts
Preselected recipients only
The Pellish Foundation for the Arts is a private foundation in Englewood, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,300 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$17,300
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$348,971
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $66,626 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $14,500 | 3 | $367,548 |
| 2024 | $66,626 | 9 | $335,464 |
| 2025 | $17,300 | 5 | $348,971 |
How to apply
The Pellish Foundation for the Arts 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Pellish Foundation for the Arts funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado. It also paid $4,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $12,600 |
| Oregon | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Foundation | Receive, manage & prudently invest private support benefiting the unversity of colorado | $10,000 |
| Arte E Altro | Organize and promote italian art exhibitions | $4,500 |
| Individual | Piano scholarship for handicapped children | $2,000 |
| Colorado State University Foundation | Receive, manage & prudently invest private support benefiting colorado state university | $600 |
| Oregon Shakespeare Festival | Inspire a love of art for current and future generatons | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Graig Weisbart
- Shelley Southwell
- Linda Heller
Questions people ask
Does The Pellish Foundation for the Arts accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pellish Foundation for the Arts give?
$17,300 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Pellish Foundation for the Arts?
Its 2025 filing lists Graig Weisbart (Director), Shelley Southwell (Director) and Linda Heller (Director).
What does The Pellish Foundation for the Arts fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.