Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation is a private foundation based in Denver, Colorado. It supports arts and culture organizations and nonprofit leaders, with a place-based focus on Denver and an emphasis on equity, creative leadership, and a thriving and just community.
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation at a glance
In short: Bonfils-Stanton Foundation gave $4.7M across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $4.7M), mostly in Colorado. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $4,725,212
- +21.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $4,725,212
- +21.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $4,725,212
- Total assets
- $68,422,266
- -2.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Colorado (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s 2024 filing says organizations seeking grants are requested to complete an online inquiry form on its website. Organizations may submit only one proposal per program in a 12-month period. The filing says resources are invested in 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored organizations contributing to Denver’s arts and culture community; capital grants are generally directed to organizations with budgets under $5 million. It also supports Denver-metro nonprofit leaders driving systemic community change, who are selected through a nomination and community panel process. Contact the president, according to the filing.
- Review Cycle
- Deadlines vary by grant program, according to the filing.
- Deadline
- Deadlines vary by grant program, according to the filing.
- Contact
Application contact: President
Mailing address: 1033 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204
Phone: (303) 825-3774
Website: https://bonfils-stantonfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
11 open opportunities from Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Arts & Culture Community Grants
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Amount
General operating grants observed ~$15,000-$60,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation- Quarterly Community Grants
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Amount
Up to US $60,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Equity-Focused Leadership Grant
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Bonfils-Stanton Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
333 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 298 grants of 333 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation identifies Denver as its geographic focus and describes itself as a place-based funder. It supports arts and culture and leadership organizations operating and delivering the majority of their programs in Denver. It says it considers exceptions for small, community-centered groups in Arapahoe, Adams, and Jefferson counties. Its 2025 filing lists all itemized grant dollars as going to a recipient in Colorado.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How Bonfils-Stanton Foundation gives
- Giving grew 47% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 167% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $3.2M (2022) to $4.7M (2025). In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $4.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Statement Denver, CO | See Statement | $4,725,212 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $68,422,266 | $5,482,841 | $7,255,025 | $4,725,212 | 1 | $7,329,630 | $5,061,781 | $4,385,713 |
| 2024 | $70,169,649 | $3,758,141 | $6,048,559 | $3,900,341 | 1 | $6,561,908 | $3,349,602 | $4,229,629 |
| 2023 | $72,417,964 | $1,322,333 | $5,310,484 | $3,500,217 | 1 | $4,925,650 | $961,480 | $4,058,347 |
| 2022 | $76,359,848 | $12,197,449 | $5,140,961 | $3,211,491 | 124 | $4,598,514 | $11,860,072 | $4,510,163 |
| 2021 | $69,328,946 | $5,056,145 | $5,515,094 | $4,029,535 | 206 | — | $4,863,732 | $5,321,606 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Bonfils-Stanton Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4.4M for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is to invest in equitable arts and culture organizations and nonprofit leaders to create a thriving and just Denver.
Its stated support includes general operating, project/program, and capital grants for eligible arts and culture organizations, as well as support for Denver-metro nonprofit leaders driving systemic community change. In 2022, supported organizations included Wonderbound, whose mission is to use dance to deepen humankind’s common bond; Redline, which says it fosters education and engagement between artists and communities to create positive social change; and the Colorado Symphony Association, which says it operates the Colorado Symphony Orchestra for the enjoyment and benefit of people in metropolitan Denver and the wider region.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported one itemized grant totaling $4,725,212. The filing lists the recipient as “SEE STATEMENT” in Denver, Colorado, and the purpose as “SEE STATEMENT.” Earlier examples of giving include $200,000 to Wonderbound and $200,000 to Redline in 2022; other 2022 grants listed include $100,000 to Denver Civic Arts Foundation and $60,000 each to Colorado Symphony Association, Opera Colorado, Central City Opera House Association, Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, and Colorado Ballet.
The foundation’s website lists a Technical Assistance Grant Program offering up to $5,000 for one-time projects by Denver nonprofit arts and culture organizations. The program description says applications are accepted on a rolling basis and that the foundation team strives to respond within one month. The website also lists Social Impact Artist Awards for Denver-based artists and artist collectives, with awards of $50,000 that include $15,000 for a socially engaged project.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Gary Steuer as CEO/president; Ann Hovland as CFO/treasurer/secretary; Elaine Torres as immediate past chair; Michael E. Bock as chair; and Rehan K. Hasan as vice chair. Trustees listed are Dr. Patricia Baca, Melissa Cheong, Damon McCleese, Dwinita Mosby Tyler, and Mike Yankovich.
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation is led by Gary Steuer, CEO & President on every filing since 2021; all 15 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Gary Steuer
CEO & President
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$249K (2021) → $298K (2025)
Michael E. Bock
Chair
Trustee → Vice Chair, 2023
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$1K (2022) → $1K (2025)
Melissa Cheong
Trustee
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $1K (2025)
Mike Yankovich
Trustee
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $1K (2025)
Damon McCleese
Trustee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$250 (2022) → $1K (2025)
Dwinita Mosby Tyler PhD
Trustee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$750 (2022) → $500 (2025)
Patricia Baca
Trustee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$250 (2022) → $750 (2025)
Amy Cara
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
$250 (2024) → $750 (2025)
Louise Martorano
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
$250 (2024) → $1K (2025)
Marion Chebet
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
$500 (2024) → $750 (2025)
Bobby Lefebre
Trustee
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
$500 (2025)
Jesse King
Trustee
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
$750 (2025)
Ann Hovland
CFO, Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$110K (2021) → $231K (2025)
Elaine D Torres
Imm Past Cha
Chair → Past Chair, 2024
Past Chair → Imm Past Cha, 2025
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $500 (2025)
Rehan K. Hasan Esquire
Vice Chair
Trustee → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
$500 (2022) → $500 (2025)
Former officers (5)
- Former: Deborah Jordy (2021–2024) — Trustee
- Former: Cleo Parker Robinson (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Harold R Logan Jr. (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Kent A Rice (2021–2022) — Vice Chair
- Former: Nita Mosby Tyler PhD (2021) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $298K, to Gary Steuer (CEO/Pres). 15 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
How much does Bonfils-Stanton Foundation give each year?
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation gave $4.7M across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $3.9M across 1 grant.
How large is Bonfils-Stanton Foundation?
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation reported $68.4M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $7.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $4.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Bonfils-Stanton Foundation fund?
The foundation’s mission is to invest in equitable arts and culture organizations and nonprofit leaders to create a thriving and just Denver. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Bonfils-Stanton Foundation?
The foundation’s 2024 filing says organizations seeking grants are requested to complete an online inquiry form on its website. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Bonfils-Stanton Foundation make grants?
The foundation identifies Denver as its geographic focus and describes itself as a place-based funder. It supports arts and culture and leadership organizations operating and delivering the majority of their programs in Denver. It says it considers exceptions for small, community-centered groups in Arapahoe, Adams, and Jefferson counties.
What is Bonfils-Stanton Foundation's EIN?
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-6029014. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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