Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,915 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $19,635. 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$33,915
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$19,635
- Assets$9,333
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $77,520 the year before.
80% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $91,832 | 12 | $20,736 |
| 2024 | $77,520 | 4 | $9,764 |
| 2025 | $33,915 | 12 | $9,333 |
How to apply
Thomas and Diane Barrett 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 Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 11 | $33,665 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Operational support | $19,635 |
| Individual | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Colorado | Operational support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Operational support | $2,000 |
| Saint Francis Center | Operational support | $1,200 |
| Individual | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Community College Denver Foundation | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Operational support | $500 |
| Denver Art Museum | Operational support | $250 |
| Chi Psi Educational Trust | Operational support | $250 |
| Individual | Operational support | $80 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Barrett
- Diane Barrett
Questions people ask
Does Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation give?
$33,915 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Barrett (President) and Diane Barrett (Sectreasurer).
What does Thomas and Diane Barrett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.