Townsend Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Townsend Family Foundation is a private foundation in Aspen, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $264,199 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $140,599. 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$264,199
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$140,599
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $283,500 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 | $216,100 | 7 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $283,500 | 10 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $264,199 | 6 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Townsend Family 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 Townsend Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $165,799 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $48,400 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Chicago | Educational - becker friedman institute townsend price theory camp | $140,599 |
| Cato Institute | Public policy research organization - operations | $48,400 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | Arts - dance | $25,000 |
| Institute for Justice | Public policy - operations | $25,000 |
| The Seaquist House Foundation | Preservation | $25,000 |
| The University of Chicago | Educational - ucch service committee | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart Townsend
- Marrgwen Townsend
Questions people ask
Does Townsend Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Townsend Family Foundation give?
$264,199 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Townsend Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart Townsend (President) and Marrgwen Townsend (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does Townsend Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.