Routzon Family Foundation Inc
Routzon Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Denver, Colorado. Its website says it supports local, faith-based programs in Colorado that help adults and children regain stability and reach their potential.
Routzon Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Routzon Family Foundation Inc gave $193K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $193K), mostly in Colorado. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $193,292
- -94.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $193,292
- -94.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $193,292
- Primary geography
- Colorado (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Routzon Family Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing says applications should be directed to any officer or director and include the individual’s or organization’s name, the amount requested, and the intended use of proceeds. Awards were limited to available cash and liquid investments. The filing says the foundation did not restrict giving to preselected organizations. These are instructions from a final filing and should not be treated as current application guidance.
- Review Cycle
- The filing states that applications were accepted throughout the year, with a November 1 deadline for funding requests. This is a deadline stated in the final filing, not a current application cycle.
- Deadline
- The filing states that applications were accepted throughout the year, with a November 1 deadline for funding requests.
- Contact
Application contact: Any Officer Or Director
Mailing address: 5425 West Princeton Drive, Denver, CO 80235
Phone: (303) 988-3493
Website: https://routzonfamilyfoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Routzon Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado ($193K).
Grant Size Distribution
65 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 61 grants of 65 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website says its efforts focus on people in need within Colorado. The 2024 filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to recipients in Colorado.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Routzon Family Foundation Inc gives
- Giving fell 43% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $21K (2022) to $3.8M (2023). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $193K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado Greenwood Village, CO | No Restrictions | $193,292 |
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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 | — | $3,804 | $195,642 | $193,292 | 1 | $193,292 | $3,804 | $9,395 |
| 2023 | $191,838 | $183,520 | $3,849,396 | $3,825,515 | 1 | $3,825,515 | $183,520 | $112,407 |
| 2022 | $3,857,714 | $79,332 | $75,142 | $21,194 | 2 | $21,194 | $32,088 | $199,188 |
| 2021 | $3,853,524 | $655,570 | $388,587 | $341,833 | 36 | $341,833 | $610,191 | $173,942 |
| 2020 | $3,586,541 | $197,188 | $428,240 | $385,145 | 25 | — | $156,515 | $182,030 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Routzon Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $9K 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 states that it is committed to improving the lives of individuals and families in need of compassion, hope, and opportunity. It focuses on local, faith-based programs that address basic needs and help adults and children regain stability.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported one grant, totaling $193,292. Its sole listed recipient was The Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado, in Greenwood Village, Colorado; the grant’s stated purpose was “no restrictions.” In 2023, it reported one grant totaling $3,825,515, and in 2022, two grants totaling $21,194.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sarah Routzon-Landry as president and Matthew E. Routzon as treasurer.
Routzon Family Foundation Inc is led by Sarah Routzon-Landry, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sarah Routzon-Landry
President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew E. Routzon
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
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 Routzon Family Foundation Inc
How much does Routzon Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Routzon Family Foundation Inc gave $193K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $3.8M across 1 grant.
What does Routzon Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation states that it is committed to improving the lives of individuals and families in need of compassion, hope, and opportunity. It focuses on local, faith-based programs that address basic needs and help adults and children regain stability. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Routzon Family Foundation Inc?
The 2024 filing says applications should be directed to any officer or director and include the individual’s or organization’s name, the amount requested, and the intended use of proceeds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Routzon Family Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation’s website says its efforts focus on people in need within Colorado. The 2024 filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to recipients in Colorado.
How much is Routzon Family Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Routzon Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $9K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Routzon Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Routzon Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-1945666. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 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 2020–2024
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