The Trio Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Trio Foundation is a private foundation in Bellvue, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $135,804 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$135,804
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $108,894 the year before.
26% 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 | $108,894 | 33 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $135,804 | 36 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Trio 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 Trio Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 27 | $105,399 |
| New York | 2 | $15,405 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $3,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haitian Education and Leadership | Educational scholarship | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of LC | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Center for Family Outreach | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Project Self-Sufficieny | Program support | $10,000 |
| Big City Mountaineers | Program support | $5,000 |
| Bird Conservancy of the Rockies | Educational program support | $5,000 |
| Coalition for the Poudre River Wate | Program support | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Larimer County | Program support | $5,000 |
| Iwin Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Respite Care | Program support | $5,000 |
| Vindeket | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,495 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,333 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,957 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,661 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,548 |
| Diamond Peaks Ski Patrol | General support | $2,500 |
| Trees Water & People | Program support - kca/ute gardens | $2,500 |
| Wildlands Restoration Volunteers | Program support - kca/ute gardens | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,198 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,198 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,064 |
| Haitian Timoun Foundation Inc | Program support | $2,000 |
| Lide Foundation | Hurricane relief | $2,000 |
| National Geographic Society | Program support | $2,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | Program support | $2,000 |
| Csu Foundation | Program support - cnhp & sbc | $1,500 |
| Fort Collins Museum of Arts | Program support | $1,500 |
| Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures | Program support | $1,500 |
| Haitian Health Foundation Inc | Hurricane relief | $1,500 |
| Pazapa | Program support | $1,500 |
| Book Trust | Program support | $1,000 |
| Health Equity International | Program support | $1,000 |
| Poudre School District Fdn - FCHS | Program support | $950 |
| Polaris | Program support | $405 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Basta
- Melissa Basta
Questions people ask
Does The Trio Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Trio Foundation give?
$135,804 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Trio Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Basta (Trustee) and Melissa Basta (Trustee).
What does The Trio Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and environment and conservation.