Townsend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Townsend Foundation is a private foundation in Broomfield, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $143,755 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,575 and the largest $40,491. 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$143,755
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,575
- Largest grant$40,491
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $134,668 the year before.
33% 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 | $134,668 | 16 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $143,755 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Townsend 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 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 15 | $128,491 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,120 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,575 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,069 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | General financial support | $40,491 |
| A Precious Child | General financial support | $25,000 |
| Wish for Wheels | General financial support | $18,350 |
| Red Cross | General financial support | $11,000 |
| Colorado Fallen Hero Foundation | General financial support | $10,500 |
| Denver Street School | General financial support | $5,150 |
| Flatirons Church | General financial support | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General financial support | $5,000 |
| Oaks International | General financial support | $4,120 |
| The Good Dog Rescue | General financial support | $4,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | General financial support | $2,575 |
| Wild Animal Sanctuary | General financial support | $2,500 |
| Shriners Hospital | General financial support | $2,069 |
| St Jude | General financial support | $2,000 |
| ASPCA | General financial support | $1,000 |
| Dollywood Foundation | General financial support | $1,000 |
| Freedom Service Dogs | General financial support | $1,000 |
| More Better Bikes | General financial support | $1,000 |
| Safehouse Denver | General financial support | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis | General financial support | $500 |
| Our Daily Bread | General financial support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cayle M Townsend
- Jeffery E Townsend
Questions people ask
Does Townsend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Townsend Foundation give?
$143,755 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,575.
Who runs Townsend Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cayle M Townsend (Director) and Jeffery E Townsend (Director).
What does Townsend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and health.