Yagan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Yagan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $79,921 and the largest $300,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$79,921
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$51.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
26% 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 | $2.0 million | 22 | $49.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 23 | $51.0 million |
How to apply
Yagan 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 Yagan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $300,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $250,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $101,575 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Center for Free Expression | Education | $300,000 |
| The Institute for Political Innovation | Civic Engagement | $250,000 |
| Yale University | Budget Policy Lab Fund | $200,000 |
| Harvard University-Opportunity Insights | Research | $200,000 |
| Lawndale Christian Legal Center | Public charity support | $150,000 |
| The Honeycomb Project | Volunteer support | $128,820 |
| Represent US | Education | $100,000 |
| Start Early FKA Ounce of Prevention | Education | $100,000 |
| Urban Initiatives | Public charity support | $100,000 |
| Unite America Institute Inc | Civic Engagement | $100,000 |
| Fund for Constitutional Government | Democracy | $100,000 |
| Overdose Crisis Response Fund | Humanitarian aid | $79,921 |
| Rush University Medical Center | Medical | $50,000 |
| One Goal | Education | $50,000 |
| Invest for Better | Financial Education | $50,000 |
| Social Ventures Partners Chicago | Public charity support | $35,000 |
| Vocal Justice | Social Change | $10,000 |
| City of Jerseyville | Community development | $6,000 |
| Jersey County Arts Council | Support for the Arts | $6,000 |
| Jerseyville Public Library | Education | $5,000 |
| District 100 Foundation | Education | $3,000 |
| National Center for Family Philanthropy | Public charity support | $1,500 |
| #TeamSeas - Ocean Conservancy | Environmental support | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Sam Droste Yagan
- Jessica Droste Yagan
Questions people ask
Does Yagan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Yagan Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $79,921.
Who runs Yagan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sam Droste Yagan (Trustee) and Jessica Droste Yagan (Trustee).
What does Yagan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.