The Telluray Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Telluray Foundation is a private foundation in Littleton, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$72.6 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.6 million the year before.
51% 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 | $7.3 million | 44 | $85.2 million |
| 2023 | $4.6 million | 44 | $66.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 51 | $72.6 million |
How to apply
The Telluray 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 Telluray Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 45 | $2.4 million |
| California | 2 | $150,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $150,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $99,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | Addressing the youth mental health crisis: a philanthropic initiative to advance a healthier state of care | $500,000 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | Therapeutic and healing garden at craig hospital | $259,031 |
| Littleton Public Schools Foundation | Central production kitchen | $164,728 |
| Littleton Town Hall Arts Center | Capital campaign | $150,000 |
| National Forest Foundation | Blue lakes visitor use management plan implementation | $150,000 |
| Littleton Public Schools Foundation | Central production kitchen | $116,571 |
| Ambleside School of Colorado | Ambleside building acquisition | $100,000 |
| Bridge House | Englewood expansion | $100,000 |
| Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Tact Kids Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| South Suburban Parks and Recreation | South platte park forest plan implementation | $87,600 |
| Arapahoe Community College Foundation | Littleton community leadership program | $80,246 |
| Denver Urban Gardens | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Invest in Kids | Forrce (finding opportunities in recruitment and retention for colorado experts) | $64,106 |
| Trout Unlimited | Ouray county abandoned mine reclamation | $64,000 |
| Myfriendben | Myfriendben outreach and scale | $60,000 |
| City Year Denver | Social work fellowship pilot | $50,000 |
| Community Investment Alliance | Meadowood cooperative | $50,000 |
| Denver Audubon | General operating support | $50,000 |
| International Rescue Committee's Center for Economic Opportunity | Credit first app | $50,000 |
| The National Trust for Local News | Additional reporting for littleton independent | $50,000 |
| Littleton Public Schools Foundation | Anatomage table | $40,000 |
| Dirt Coffee Bar | Coffee roaster acquisition | $36,000 |
| Advocates for Children Casa | Foster youth transition coordination | $35,000 |
| Littleton Business Chamber | Littleton business chamber | $35,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Nature play at acc's early childhood center and lab | $35,000 |
| The Lockwood Foundation | Serving youth in the tri-cities | $30,000 |
| Youthroots | The youthscan project leadership | $28,000 |
| Colorado Gives Foundation | Youth sports gives day | $25,000 |
| Littleton Downtown Development Authority | Holiday tree program | $25,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Graduate capstone projects in arapahoe county | $25,000 |
| Gracefull Foundation | Grace in action meal support | $15,000 |
| Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado | Ouray area stewardship capacity building hub | $15,000 |
| Inside the Orchestra | Tiny tots sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Longer Tables | Littleton longer table | $5,000 |
| There With Care | Youth mental health support | $5,000 |
| South Metro Community Foundation | Littleton community retreat | $4,500 |
| Littleton Public Schools Foundation | Knife skills training | $4,000 |
| Gracefull Foundation | Community breakfast | $3,500 |
| Advocates for Children Casa | Casa holiday shop and end-of-year programming | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles W Ergen
- Cantey M Ergen
- William R Gouger
- Robert J Hooke
- Christopher W Ergen
- Courtney M Ergen
- Katherine NE Flynn
- Reilly O Flynn
- Kevin M Murray
- Kerry E Murray
- Molly Chafetz
Questions people ask
Does The Telluray Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Telluray Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs The Telluray Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles W Ergen (President, Director), Cantey M Ergen (Vice President, Director), William R Gouger (Treasurer) and Robert J Hooke (Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Telluray Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and environment and conservation.