Community Foundation Boulder County
Community Foundation Boulder County is a public charity and community foundation based in Boulder, Colorado. Established in 1991, the organization has served as Boulder County's philanthropic partner for more than three decades. The foundation works with donors, nonprofits, civic leaders, and community members to address evolving community needs through grantmaking, donor services, and community engagement initiatives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$95.9M
-2.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$14.1M
-40.9% YoY
Grant Count
281
+7.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$50K
-44.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Community Foundation Boulder County nurtures and activates the ideas, generosity, and leadership of the community to galvanize resources and support equitable solutions for all who live and work in Boulder County.
Vision: A thriving, equitable, and inclusive community that collaborates to ensure everyone in Boulder County experiences a life of opportunity and fulfillment.
Core Values:
- Humanity: Serving the community and growing the circle of concern through care and compassion
- Trust: Responsibly stewarding resources with integrity, transparency, and responsiveness
- Collaboration: Partnering with community members to adapt and innovate
Primary Funding Areas: The foundation has historically granted funds to nonprofits focused on health and human services, basic needs, children and youth, education, civic engagement, arts and culture, and animals and the environment.
Grantmaking
The foundation operates multiple grant programs and funds:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations and initiatives in Boulder County, Colorado, with some giving activity in Colorado, New York, and California.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $95.9 million (as of 2023)
Total Giving: $15.1 million (2023)
Revenue: $10.9 million (2023)
Expenses: $27.3 million (2023)
Total Liabilities: $12.1 million (2023)
Employees: 19 staff members
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) organization; tax-exempt since December 1991; EIN: 84-1171836
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $95,880,403 | $97,823,398 | $107,733,334 |
| Revenue | $19,389,925 | $10,856,993 | $52,005,504 |
| Expenses | $17,738,016 | $27,314,926 | $26,420,730 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $11,389,865 | $3,313,551 | $288,959 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from Community Foundation Boulder County
15 Forever Fund Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOULDER COUNTY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
CFBC: BRAVO Fund Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOULDER COUNTY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
CFBC: Open Door Fund Grant
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOULDER COUNTY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Impact Development Fund ($5,275,000), Jewish Family Service of Colorado ($461,080), Boulder Community Health Foundation ($406,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| IMPACT DEVELOPMENT FUND LOVELAND, CO | WILDFIRE FUND RELIEF | $5,275,000 |
| JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF COLORADO DENVER, CO | SPECIFIED PURPOSE | $461,080 |
| BOULDER COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION BOULDER, CO | GENERAL SUPPORT | $406,500 |
| SOCIAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENTREPRENEUR CALABASAS, CA | SPECIFIED PURPOSE | $225,000 |
| THORNE ECOLOGICAL INSTITUTE LAFAYETTE, CO | GENERAL SUPPORT | $209,740 |
| SCHWAB CHARITABLE FUND ORLANDO, FL | SPECIFIED PURPOSE | $184,357 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN EQUALITY BOULDER, CO | GENERAL SUPPORT | $163,280 |
| EMERGENCY FAMILY ASSISTANCE ASSOCIA BOULDER, CO | GENERAL SUPPORT | $160,469 |
| CLINICA CAMPESINA FAMILY HEALTH SER LAFAYETTE, CO | GENERAL SUPPORT | $126,330 |
| BOULDER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOULDER, CO | GENERAL SUPPORT | $116,317 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Chief Executive Officer: Tatiana Hernandez
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TATIANA HERNANDEZ | CEO | 39.9 | $239,114 |
| KEN LONG | CFO & COO | 39.9 | $165,925 |
| SARAH HARRISON | VP PROGRAMS | 39.9 | $118,002 |
| JEFFREY JOHNSON | CONTROLLER | 39.9 | $111,982 |
| SCOTT BEARD | CHAIRPERSON | 1.9 | — |
| CAREY MASON | VICE CHAIRPE | 2.9 | — |
| ARVIND SUNDAR | SECRETARY | 2.4 | — |
| PATRICIA LESLIE | TREASURER | 1.9 | — |
| YVETTE BOWDEN | DIRECTOR | 0.9 | — |
| MEREDITH CARLTON | DIRECTOR | 0.9 | — |
| DAVID ENSIGN | DIRECTOR | 2.9 | — |
| ELLIOT FORSYTH | DIRECTOR | 0.9 | — |
| BERENICE GARCIA TELLEZ | DIRECTOR | 0.7 | — |
| FERNANDO GUZMAN | DIRECTOR | 1.4 | — |
| EMILY MEARS | DIRECTOR | 0.4 | — |
| REINA POMEROY | DIRECTOR | 0.4 | — |
| RAFAEL SALGADO | DIRECTOR | 1.4 | — |
| GIL SPARKS | DIRECTOR | 1.9 | — |
| KATIE VOLKMAR | DIRECTOR | 0.9 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 1123 Spruce Street, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: 303.442.0436
Email: info@commfound.org
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Staff conduct most regular business operations remotely on Mondays and Fridays, and in the office Tuesdays through Thursdays)
Website: commfound.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Community Foundation Boulder County fund?
**Mission:** Community Foundation Boulder County nurtures and activates the ideas, generosity, and leadership of the community to galvanize resources and support equitable solutions for all who live and work in Boulder County. **Vision:** A thriving, equitable, and inclusive community that collaborates to ensure everyone in Boulder County experiences a life of opportunity and fulfillment. **Core Values:** • **Humanity:** Serving the community and growing the circle of concern through care and c…
How do I apply for a grant from Community Foundation Boulder County?
The foundation operates multiple grant programs and funds: **Active Grant Opportunities:** • Community Trust Grants • CFBC: Veterans Fund • CFBC: Open Door Fund • CFBC: BRAVO Fund • 15 Forever Fund Grant **Grant Amounts:** Typical awards range from $5,030 to $12,110,250. **Donor Services:** The foundation accepts a variety of assets for donation, including: • Planned gifts • Business interests (including closely held stock) • Real estate • Publicly-traded securities or mutual funds • Tangible p…
Where does Community Foundation Boulder County make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations and initiatives in Boulder County, Colorado, with some giving activity in Colorado, New York, and California.
What size grants does Community Foundation Boulder County award?
In 2024, Community Foundation Boulder County awarded 281 grants totaling $14.1M — an average of about $50K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Community Foundation Boulder County's EIN?
Community Foundation Boulder County's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1171836. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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