Colorado Hearing Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Colorado Hearing Foundation is a private foundation in Spokane, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $246,850 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $13,250 and the largest $100,000. 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$246,850
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$13,250
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $321,500 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $190,566 | 16 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $321,500 | 13 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $246,850 | 8 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Colorado Hearing 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Colorado Hearing Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $125,500 |
| Washington | 3 | $108,670 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $11,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marion Downs Center - Denver | To support the construction of new building. | $100,000 |
| Hope School Spokane | To support organization providing children from birth to 6 years old with specialized services and deaf education. | $91,170 |
| Children's Hospital of Colorado Foundation | To support staff providing pediatric care. | $20,000 |
| Global Foundation for Hearing Loss in Children | To support international projects. | $15,000 |
| American Auditory Society | To promote research and translation of hearing and balance disorders. To support student programs. | $11,500 |
| Colorado Academy of Audiology | To support student programs. | $5,500 |
| Hands & Voices of Spokane | To support families with children who are deaf or hard of hearing. | $2,500 |
| Belize Audiology Mission Project | To provide hearing healthcare to belizeans. | $1,180 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerry Northern
- Deborah Northern
Questions people ask
Does Colorado Hearing Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Colorado Hearing Foundation give?
$246,850 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $13,250.
Who runs Colorado Hearing Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jerry Northern (President & Director) and Deborah Northern (Secretary, Cfo & Director).
What does Colorado Hearing Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and disability.