Wolf Mountain Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wolf Mountain Foundation is a private foundation in Brighton, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $60,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$60,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$27.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $1.3 million | 25 | $27.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 23 | $27.1 million |
How to apply
Wolf Mountain 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 Wolf Mountain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $840,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $185,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $180,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque Christian Childrens Ho | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Ben Richey Boys Ranch | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Big Springs Ranch for Children | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Boles Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Boys and Girls Country | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Boysville | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Fosters Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| High Plains Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Hill Country Youth Ranch | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Little Light House | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Miracle Farm | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Mountain States Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| New Mexico Baptist Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| New Mexico Christian Childrens Hom | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Pleasant Hills Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Sunny Glen Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Texas Girls Boys Ranch | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| West Texas Boys Ranch | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Concho Valley Home for Girls | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Denver Childrens Home | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Shiloh House | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $60,000 |
| Faithworks of the Inner City | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Colorado | To carry out the organizations exempt purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Renee Wright
- Diane Castens
- Emily Bogar
- Holly Riedel
- Nicole Cifuentes
Questions people ask
Does Wolf Mountain Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wolf Mountain Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $60,000.
Who runs Wolf Mountain Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Renee Wright (President), Diane Castens (Sectreas), Emily Bogar (Vice Pres) and Holly Riedel (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wolf Mountain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.