Green Fund
Green Fund is a 501(c)(3) philanthropic organization based in Westminster, Colorado. The organization operates as a private foundation supporting diverse initiatives across multiple U.S. states through grants and financial support to nonprofit organizations and community projects.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$8.0M
+2.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$450K
+0.0% YoY
Grant Count
28
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$16K
+0.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Green Fund reported a distributable amount of $504K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Green Fund supports a variety of projects across several U.S. states. While specific subject areas of focus are not formally documented, the organization's broad geographic funding suggests support for diverse initiatives. Historical grant activity indicates support for environmental education, climate action, and community-based organizations.
Grantmaking
Green Fund has demonstrated consistent grantmaking activity. In the most recent fiscal year, the organization awarded approximately $450,000 in grants across 7,038 total grants, with an average grant size of $71. The organization is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding.
Grant Range
of $71. The organization is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding.
Average Grant
of $71. The organization is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Green Fund supports projects across multiple U.S. states, including:
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- District of Columbia
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Utah
The organization has provided financial support to numerous cities including Aspen, Baltimore, Boulder, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $7.86–$8.04 million (as of fiscal year 2024)
Annual Revenue: $698,760–$949,156 (fiscal year 2024)
Annual Expenses: $496,068–$521,000 (fiscal year 2024)
Net Income: $178,099 (fiscal year 2024)
Total Liabilities: $0
The organization maintains a strong financial position with no outstanding liabilities and consistent year-over-year asset growth.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $8,042,438 | $7,864,339 | $7,415,549 |
| Revenue | $698,760 | $949,156 | $332,501 |
| Expenses | $520,661 | $496,068 | $507,701 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $462,314 | $461,250 | $461,628 |
| Net Investment Income | $661,690 | $914,998 | $297,132 |
| Distributable Amount | $504,229 | $447,818 | $472,581 |
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
151 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Action for the Climate Emergency ($50,000), Thorne Nature Experience ($50,000), University of Maryland Baltimore Fnd Inc ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Action for the Climate Emergency Charlestown, MA | General Support | $50,000 |
| Boulder Community Fnd Boulder, CO | General Support | $20,000 |
| Community Food Share Longmont, CO | General Support | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Maryland Baltimore, MD | General Support | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders New York, NY | General Support | $10,000 |
| dZi Foundation Ridgway, CO | General Support | $5,000 |
| Global Greengrants Fund Boulder, CO | General Support | $5,000 |
| Grand Canyon Trust Moab, UT | General Support | $10,000 |
| Colorado Open Lands Lakewood, CO | General Support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood National Office New York, NY | General Support | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Green Fund is led by a volunteer leadership team:
- Ann C. Wylie – President
- Kathryn Porter – Director
- Maggie Fox – Vice President
All leadership positions are held on a voluntary basis without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANN C WYLIE | PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| KATHRYN PORTER | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| MAGGIE FOX | VICE PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Green Fund fund?
Green Fund supports a variety of projects across several U.S. states. While specific subject areas of focus are not formally documented, the organization's broad geographic funding suggests support for diverse initiatives. Historical grant activity indicates support for environmental education, climate action, and community-based organizations.
How do I apply for a grant from Green Fund?
Green Fund has demonstrated consistent grantmaking activity. In the most recent fiscal year, the organization awarded approximately $450,000 in grants across 7,038 total grants, with an average grant size of $71. The organization is open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding. Recent documented grants include: • The Biodiversity Narrative Project: $40,000 (operating support) • Alliance for Climate Education: $25,000 (operating support) • Boulder Community …
Where does Green Fund make grants?
Green Fund supports projects across multiple U.S. states, including: • Arizona • California • Colorado • District of Columbia • Maryland • Massachusetts • New York • Pennsylvania • Utah The organization has provided financial support to numerous cities including Aspen, Baltimore, Boulder, and New York.
What size grants does Green Fund award?
In 2024, Green Fund awarded 28 grants totaling $450K — an average of about $16K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Green Fund required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Green Fund reported a distributable amount of $504K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Green Fund's EIN?
Green Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1155083. 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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