The Verdoorn Foundation
Accepts applications
The Verdoorn Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwood Village, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $174,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$174,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $174,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $174,000 | 7 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $174,000 | 7 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $174,000 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Denise M Overhardt 10463 Park Meadows Dr, Littleton, CO 80124 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (303) 792-7357 |
| What to submit | written request, include proposed use |
| Restrictions | charitable, educational or governmental organization |
What The Verdoorn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 3 | $67,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $16,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $16,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morningside College | athletic program | $50,000 |
| Phoenix Childrens Hospital | childrens ICU | $26,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | families of fallen veterans | $25,000 |
| Folds of Honor | soldiers children spouses | $25,000 |
| Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship | childrens programs | $16,000 |
| Sunrise Horse Rescue | animal rescue program | $16,000 |
| Home Aid Colorado | female veterans project | $16,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel C Verdoorn
- Denise M Overhardt
- Carla A Verdoorn
Questions people ask
Does The Verdoorn Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Verdoorn Foundation give?
$174,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Verdoorn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel C Verdoorn (President Director), Denise M Overhardt (Secretary, Treasurer Director) and Carla A Verdoorn (Vice President Director).
What does The Verdoorn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and veterans.