The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation is a private foundation in Avon, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$29.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $880,000 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $880,000 | 14 | $20.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 12 | $29.1 million |
How to apply
The Peter & Judy Copses 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 Peter & Judy Copses Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $260,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $225,000 |
| New York | 2 | $200,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $200,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $150,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $75,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Atlas Society | To promote open objectivism: the philosophy of reason, achievement, individualism, and freedom | $200,000 |
| Prager University | To promote american values through the creative use of educational videos that reach millions of people online | $150,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Building an america where freedom, opportunity, prosperity. And civil society flourish. | $125,000 |
| Freedom Works Foundation | Promote free markets and individual liberty | $100,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Elevating health across mountain communities | $100,000 |
| National Review Institute | To advance the principles of a free society through educational and outreach programs | $100,000 |
| Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation | To continue president reagan's legacy and sharing his principles - individual liberty, economic opportunity, global democracy and national pride. | $100,000 |
| Commentary Inc | To safeguard and strengthen jews and jewish life worldwide by promoting democratic and pluralistic societies that respect the dignity of all peoples | $100,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment | $75,000 |
| Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation | To preserve the legacy and advancing the values of america's thirtieth president | $75,000 |
| USA Hockey Foundation | Support USA hockey's strategic initiatives of sustaining and growing the sport of hockey in the united states. | $50,000 |
| Kissick Family Foundation | Catalyzing change through next generation philanthropy. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Copses
- Judith Mueller
Questions people ask
Does The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter Copses (President) and Judith Mueller (Secretary).
What does The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.