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B & E Collins Foundation is a private corporation based in LAKEWOOD, CO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. It holds total assets of $3.5M. Annual income is reported at $789K. Total assets have grown from $1.5M in 2011 to $3.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Colorado and Massachusetts. According to available records, B & E Collins Foundation has made 59 grants totaling $920K, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $140K in 2020 to $200K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $400K distributed across 22 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $30K, with an average award of $16K. The foundation has supported 20 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Colorado, Texas, District of Columbia, which account for 73% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$11K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 13 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
B & E Collins Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 59 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CO, TX, DC.
B & E Collins Foundation has distributed a total of $920K across 59 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $16K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $30K.
B & E Collins Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
B & E Collins Foundation is headquartered in LAKEWOOD, CO. While based in CO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert M Collins | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Elaine Collins | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Benjamin Sweeny | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Susan Sweeney | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Timothy Collins | VP & Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$208K
Total Assets
$3.2M
Fair Market Value
$3.7M
Net Worth
$3.2M
Grants Paid
$200K
Contributions
$161K
Net Investment Income
$226K
Distribution Amount
$170K
Total Grants
59
Total Giving
$920K
Average Grant
$16K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
20
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence InstituteRESTRICTED GRANT TO SUPPORT THE FUTURE LEADERS PROGRAM AND REACHING UNAFFILIATED VOTERS | Denver, CO | $30K | 2023 |
| True The VoteRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND I-V3 VOTER ROLL RESEARCH AND THE VOTER REGISTRATION & CLEAN ROLLS PROJECT | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Reason FoundationRESTRICTED GRANT FOR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND TV PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT | Los Angeles, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Colorado Learning Ctr For Human AnaRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND INTERNSHIPS, SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, AND HOSA STATE CONVENTION PROGRAM | Longmont, CO | $20K | 2023 |
| Safe Shelter Of St Vrain ValleyRESTRICTED GRANT FOR CHILDREN'S ENRICHMENT & RECREATIONAL PROGRAM | Longmont, CO | $20K | 2023 |
| Stand For Children ColoradoRESTRICTED GRANT FOR FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAM | Denver, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| Shunpike The Seattle ProjectRESTRICTED GRANT FOR THE HERE BECAUSE PROGRAM | Seattle, WA | $10K | 2023 |
| Cato InstituteRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND THE HUMAN PROGRESS PROJECT | Washington, DC | $10K | 2023 |
| Artists For HumanityRESTRICTED GRANT FOR BOSTON YOUTH ARTS ENTERPRISE AND NEW YORK AFH NYC PILOT | Boston, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Dharma'S GardenRESTRICTED GRANT FOR SHEEP BARN RELOCATION | Boulder, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| The Kiva CenterRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND DONOR APPEAL VIDEO PRODUCTION PROGRAM | Boulder, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| Dynamic Therapy Services IncRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND 3-5 FAMILY APPLICATIONS FOR THERAPY SESSIONS | Boulder, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| American Institute For Economic ResRESTRICTED GRANT FOR FREEDOM IN THE 50 STATES - KEY STATES ROADSHOW | Great Barrington, MA | $10K | 2023 |
| Peak Research InstituteRESTRICTED GRANT FOR STUDENT, INTERNSHIP, AND MENTORSHIP SUPPORT | Longmont, CO | $20K | 2022 |
| AierRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND TEACH THE TEACHERS | Great Barrington, MA | $10K | 2022 |
| The Heritage FoundationRESTRICTED GRANT FOR YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAM | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |
| Freedomworks Foundation IncRESTRICTED GRANT TO SUPPORT THE BEST COLORADO SCHOOL BOARD EDUCATION | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |
| Junkyard Social ClubRESTRICTED GRANT FOR THE JUNKLE GYM | Boulder, CO | $10K | 2021 |
| Escuela De GuadalupeRESTRICTED GRANT TO FUND EMERGENCY TUITION ASSISTANCE | Denver, CO | $10K | 2020 |