Foundation for a Better Life
Foundation for a Better Life is a private foundation, based in Denver, CO. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.1M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $3K.
Foundation for a Better Life at a glance
In short: Foundation for a Better Life gave $3K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,500
- +150.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,500
- +150.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $1,055,240
- -29.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Foundation for a Better Life funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was NMPA Songs Foundation ($3K).
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 3 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1K (2022) to $3K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $3K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NMPA Songs Foundation Washington, DC | General Support | $2,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,055,240 | $1,334,000 | $1,779,283 | $2,500 | 1 | $1,779,235 |
| 2023 | $1,499,918 | $1,300,000 | $1,578,741 | $1,000 | 1 | $1,578,741 |
| 2022 | $1,783,724 | $2,463,000 | $1,877,340 | $1,000 | 1 | $1,877,340 |
| 2021 | $1,182,191 | $2,044,000 | $1,228,302 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $690,671 | $1,555,004 | $1,740,708 | — | — | — |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Foundation for a Better Life is led by Gary Dixon, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Gary Dixon
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
David Ryan
Executive Director & Vice President
Vice President - Nominal → Executive Director & Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Philip F. Anschutz
Chairman & Director - Nominal
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Christian P. Anschutz
Director - Nominal
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Elizabeth S. Anschutz
Director - Nominal
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Nancy P. Anschutz
Director - Nominal
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Sarah S. Anschutz
Director - Nominal
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ted Harms
Vice President & Director
Executive Director & Vp- Nominal → Vice President & Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Dave Ryan (2021) — Vice President - Nominal
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 Foundation for a Better Life
How much does Foundation for a Better Life give each year?
Foundation for a Better Life gave $3K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1K across 1 grant.
How large is Foundation for a Better Life?
Foundation for a Better Life reported $1.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $1.3M.
Where does Foundation for a Better Life operate?
Foundation for a Better Life has awarded grants in District of Columbia.
What is Foundation for a Better Life's EIN?
Foundation for a Better Life's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1529209. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Foundation for a Better Life funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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