Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation
The Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation, known publicly as Bloom Foundation, is a private foundation based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It supports organizations and projects in the arts, conservation, education, and other catalytic areas, with a stated emphasis on helping build a thriving Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak region.
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation at a glance
In short: Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation gave $526K across 25 grants in 2024 (avg $21K), mostly in Colorado. 48% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $526,131
- +39.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 25
- +177.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $21,045
- -49.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $6,799,148
- -6.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 48% first-time grantees (12 of 25, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Colorado (65% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing directs inquiries to Bloom Foundation and lists the foundation’s website for forms and materials. Consideration is given to projects in the Pikes Peak region.
- Review Cycle
- Various.
- Deadline
- Various.
- Contact
Application contact: Bloom Foundation
Mailing address: 315 East Pikes Peak Ste 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: (719) 520-5300
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Kansas University Endowment Association ($150K). Together the top 10 received $475K.
Grant Size Distribution
97 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 73 grants of 97 (75%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation says it primarily supports organizations benefiting Colorado Springs and describes its community focus as extending throughout the Pikes Peak region. Its 2024 grant dollars went primarily to Colorado recipients (65%), followed by Kansas (29%) and Montana (6%); the reported share for New York was 0%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 25 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation open to new grantees?
48%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 12 of 25 grantees (48%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $13K; repeat grants $29K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $7K repeat.
- 32% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−15%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 232% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $377K (2023) to $908K (2020). In 2024 it made 25 grants totaling $526K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas University Endowment Association Lawrence, KS | Loo Family Internships at the Spencer Museum of Art | $150,000 |
| Penrose-St Francis Health Foundation Centennial, CO | 2024 Pledge - John Zay Guest House | $125,000 |
| Early Connections Learning Centers Colorado Springs, CO | Pledge payment #1 | $50,000 |
| Red Lodge Area Community Foundation Red Lodge, MT | Capital campaign pledge | $30,000 |
| Broadmoor Community Church Colorado Springs, CO | Music Director/Music Program | $30,000 |
| Trust for Public Land Colorado Springs, CO | Bricker Elementary pledge payment 2024 | $25,000 |
| Telluride Science and Research Center Telluride, CO | Capital campaign payment 1 of 4 | $25,000 |
| Foundation for Colorado Springs Future Colorado Springs, CO | General operations | $20,000 |
| Colorado Springs Downtown Ventures Colorado Springs, CO | Sculpture in honor of Susan Pattee | $10,000 |
| Colorado Springs Philharmonic Colorado Springs, CO | Maestro's Circle Gift 2024 | $10,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,799,148 | $996,345 | $985,475 | $526,131 | 25 | $780,206 | $81,341 | $335,656 |
| 2023 | $7,255,044 | $2,010,142 | $722,416 | $377,000 | 9 | $637,277 | $635,145 | $264,156 |
| 2022 | $5,719,580 | $1,360,629 | $889,996 | $607,667 | 15 | $839,128 | $5,566 | $201,466 |
| 2021 | $4,116,496 | $4,841,657 | $856,809 | $616,250 | 27 | $797,192 | $44,540 | $214,341 |
| 2020 | $131,646 | $1,000,248 | $1,094,328 | $908,000 | 21 | — | $248 | $9,011 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation reported a distributable amount of $336K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated focus is to catalyze philanthropy and support a vibrant community. Its three named areas of giving are arts, conservation, and education. It says it primarily supports organizations benefiting arts, conservation, and education in Colorado Springs, while remaining open to other catalytic ideas.
Its 2024 grants illustrate a range of supported work. For example, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic received support for its Maestro’s Circle, and Broadmoor Community Church received support for its music program. Among conservation-related grantees, Rocky Mountain Field Institute describes its mission as conserving and protecting public lands in Southern Colorado through volunteer trail and restoration projects, environmental education, and restoration research. In education, Peak Education says it supports young people pursuing education and training after high school. Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum describes its mission as preserving and sharing the region’s cultural history.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 25 grants totaling $526,131. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $150,000, with a median of $5,000. The largest grants included $150,000 to Kansas University Endowment Association for Loo Family Internships at the Spencer Museum of Art; $125,000 to Penrose-St Francis Health Foundation for the 2024 pledge to John Zay Guest House; and $50,000 to Early Connections Learning Centers for a pledge payment.
Other notable 2024 grants included $30,000 to Red Lodge Area Community Foundation for a capital campaign pledge, $30,000 to Broadmoor Community Church for its music director and music program, and $25,000 each to Trust for Public Land for a Bricker Elementary pledge payment and Telluride Science and Research Center for a capital campaign payment. Indygive received $10,000; it describes its mission as building community philanthropy in the Pikes Peak Region through shared fundraising infrastructure, visibility, training, and matching support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists James Loo as chair and Katherine Loo and Susan Pattee as directors. The foundation’s team identifies Katherine Loo as founder, James Loo as board chair, Josh Bailey as executive director, Susan Pattee as director, and Tony Rosendo as philanthropic advisor.
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation is led by James Loo, Chair since 2023 (on filings since 2020); none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James Loo
Chair
Director → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan Pattee
Director
Chair → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Katherine Loo
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Antonio F. Rosendo (2020–2022) — Philanthropy Consultant · Filing note: Thru 9122
- Former: Jenny Stafford (2020–2022) — Executive Director · Filing note: Thru 33122
- Former: Josh Bailey (2022) — Executive Director · Filing note: From 4122
- Former: Kathy Loo (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation
How much does Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation give each year?
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation gave $526K across 25 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $377K across 9 grants.
What is Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's typical grant size?
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $21,045, across 25 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation that year got $13K on average.
Where does Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation give grants?
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation gives mostly in Colorado: 65% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Kansas (29%) and Montana (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Colorado Springs, CO (20 grants).
Does Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 24% of Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 25) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's largest grantees?
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Kansas University Endowment Association ($150,000), Penrose-St Francis Health Foundation ($125,000) and Early Connections Learning Centers ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 62% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation?
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation reported $6.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $780K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $336K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated focus is to catalyze philanthropy and support a vibrant community. Its three named areas of giving are arts, conservation, and education. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's EIN?
Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-1135752. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Dusty and Katherine Loo Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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