The Winmax Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Winmax Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $283,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$283,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $198,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 | $194,000 | 15 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $198,000 | 19 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $283,500 | 18 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Winmax Foundation Inc 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 The Winmax Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 16 | $282,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vail Valley Foundation | Program Support | $85,000 |
| Bravo Colorado at Vail-Beaver Creek dba Bravo Vail Music Festival | Program Support | $45,000 |
| Education Foundation of Eagle County | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Round-Up River Ranch | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Betty Ford Alpine Gardens | Program Support | $20,000 |
| Vail Christian Academy | Program Support | $15,000 |
| Guardian Scholars | Program Support | $12,000 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | Program Support | $12,000 |
| Colorado Mountain College Fund | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Bright Futures Foundation | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Vail Performning Arts Academy | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Bravo Colorado | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Vail Jazz Foundation | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Colorado Ski Museum (aka Colorado Snowsports Museum) | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Art in Public Places | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Tubac Center for the Arts | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Border Community Alliance | Program Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet L Houston
- Maxene E Dominey
- D Winslow Blankenship
Questions people ask
Does The Winmax Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Winmax Foundation Inc give?
$283,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Winmax Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet L Houston (President, Trustee), Maxene E Dominey (Treasurer, Trustee) and D Winslow Blankenship (Secretary, Trustee).
What does The Winmax Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.