The Porphyry Road Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Porphyry Road Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $192,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $23,000. 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$192,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $135,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $221,000 | 13 | $3.6 million |
| 2023 | $135,000 | 11 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $192,000 | 15 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Porphyry Road 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 Porphyry Road Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 7 | $78,000 |
| California | 3 | $42,000 |
| New York | 1 | $23,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $22,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Rescue Committee | Helping people affected by crisis | $23,000 |
| Ultimate Peace Inc | General support for ultimate peace, inc. | $22,000 |
| Inewsource | To support reporters and journalism | $18,000 |
| Colorado CASA | To help children who have experienced abuse and neglect | $12,000 |
| Monarch School | Supports unhoused youth and their families | $12,000 |
| Broken Shovels Farm Sanctuary | Contribution to animal residents | $12,000 |
| Legal Aid Foundation | Help low-income Coloradan facing a life-altering crisis | $12,000 |
| Lucky Duck | Unrestricted donation to help alleviate the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County | $12,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General Support for Wikimedia Foundation | $12,000 |
| Humane Society of Pagosa Springs | General Support for Humane Society of Pagosa Springs | $12,000 |
| Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary | To rescue farmed animals | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Pagosa Springs | General Support for Humane Society of Pagosa Springs | $10,000 |
| Hias | Support HIAS to respond to emergencies and disasters around the world | $10,000 |
| Good Life Refuge | General Support for Good Life Refuge | $10,000 |
| MdDS Balance Disorder Foundation | To promote awareness, education, and research on MdDS | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jordanna Schutz
- Stephen Schutz
Questions people ask
Does The Porphyry Road Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Porphyry Road Foundation give?
$192,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The Porphyry Road Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jordanna Schutz (President/Secretary/Treas) and Stephen Schutz (Ass't Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Porphyry Road Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and youth programs.