Golden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Golden Foundation is a private foundation in Sun Valley, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $97,810 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,655 and the largest $50,000. 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$97,810
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,655
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$838,674
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $41,000 the year before.
58% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $82,690 | 7 | $812,165 |
| 2023 | $41,000 | 7 | $861,672 |
| 2024 | $97,810 | 12 | $838,674 |
How to apply
Golden 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 Golden Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 10 | $91,810 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spur Community Foundation | Creation of daf | $50,000 |
| Sun Valley Music Festival | Patron contribution | $12,000 |
| Presbyterian Church of Bigwood | Big wood school | $10,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust | General | $5,000 |
| Sawtooth Botanical Garden | Bug zoo | $4,000 |
| Sun Valley Writers Conference | General | $4,000 |
| Ballet Sun Valley | General | $3,310 |
| Swiftsure Equestrian Center | General | $3,000 |
| The Community School | General | $3,000 |
| Childhelp | General | $2,000 |
| Sun Valley Museum of Art | General | $1,000 |
| Ketchum Sun Valley Volunteer Fire Dept | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Morley Golden
- Mark W Lindsay
- Deana Sanders Golden
- Hollyn Sanders Martin
Questions people ask
Does Golden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Golden Foundation give?
$97,810 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,655.
Who runs Golden Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Morley Golden (President), Mark W Lindsay (Ass't Secretary), Deana Sanders Golden (Vp/Treasurer) and Hollyn Sanders Martin (Secretary).
What does Golden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and education.