The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation is a private foundation in Littleton, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $270,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$270,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$5.0 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,202 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,202 | 1 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $270,000 | 8 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $100,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $55,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $45,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $45,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bird Conservancy of the Rockies | To support efforts for rewilding and protecting wildlife | $45,000 |
| Cascadia Wildlands | To support efforts for rewilding and protecting wildlife | $45,000 |
| The San Diego River Park Foundation | To the purchase of the rancho allegra property & habitat restoration efforts to benefit the california red legged frog and other endemic species | $45,000 |
| The Wildlands Conservancy | To support efforts for rewilding and protecting wildlife | $45,000 |
| Xerces Society | To support efforts for rewilding and protecting wildlife | $45,000 |
| Beaver Institute | To support efforts for rewilding and protecting wildlife | $25,000 |
| Occidental Arts & Ecology Center | To support efforts for rewilding and protecting wildlife | $10,000 |
| Methow Salmon Recovery Foundation | To support project mission:1. Outreach & education forprofessionals, students, and thepublic of all ages.2. Coexistence with beavers. 3. Relocation of beavers inirreconcilable conflict with people.4. Restoration of natural processesin streams to better supportbeaver reestablishment.5. Modernizing beaver managementto prioritize their benefits as aclearly recognized keystonespecies. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally Judith McLellan
- Lorin Lindner
- Holly Scheu-Harms
- Marnie Gaede
- Peter Galvin
- Amiran Verman
Questions people ask
Does The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation give?
$270,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sally Judith McLellan (Chief Executive Officer), Lorin Lindner (Secretary), Holly Scheu-Harms (Treasurer) and Marnie Gaede (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Sally Judith McLellan Wildlife Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.