The Stagman Foundation
The Stagman Foundation is a private foundation based in Denver, Colorado. Its 2025 grants went to charitable organizations including a Catholic community and school, organizations supporting people with Wilson disease, and animal welfare organizations.
The Stagman Foundation at a glance
In short: The Stagman Foundation gave $20K across 8 grants in 2025 (avg $2K), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $19,503
- -56.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 8
- -33.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,438
- -34.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $36,062
- +622.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (88% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to The Stagman Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 61020, Denver, CO 80206
Phone: (310) 374-8074
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Stagman Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was American Martyrs Catholic Community ($16K). Together the top 8 received $20K.
Grant Size Distribution
69 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 65 grants of 69 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 88% of grant dollars went to recipients in California, 5% each to recipients in Utah and New York, and 1% each to recipients in Texas and the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Stagman Foundation gives
- Giving fell 99% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2025) to $1.9M (2022). In 2025 it made 8 grants totaling $20K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Martyrs Catholic Community Manhattan Beach, CA | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $16,200 |
| The Sumba Foundation Heber City, UT | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $1,000 |
| Wilson Disease Association New York, NY | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $1,000 |
| American Martyrs School Manhattan Beach, CA | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $500 |
| Maycrest Manor Culver City, CA | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $500 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue Miles, TX | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $103 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund Washington, DC | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $100 |
| Project K-9 Hero Whitwell, TN | To Contribute to Charitable Purposes. | $100 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,062 | $50,845 | $19,528 | $19,503 | 8 | $19,528 | $845 | $1,790 |
| 2024 | $4,995 | $1,814 | $50,015 | $44,650 | 12 | $47,565 | — | $1,817 |
| 2023 | $53,096 | $356,541 | $389,775 | $353,591 | 16 | $387,525 | — | $1,535 |
| 2022 | $85,980 | $1,830,641 | $1,905,743 | $1,857,722 | 13 | $1,901,211 | $591,267 | $36,695 |
| 2021 | $162,082 | $368,502 | $376,588 | $330,026 | 20 | $371,114 | $35,015 | $79,236 |
| 2020 | $170,418 | $1,150,602 | $1,345,607 | $1,308,305 | 28 | — | — | $64,195 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Stagman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement is provided. The 2025 grants show support for organizations with varied charitable purposes. The Wilson Disease Association describes its mission as supporting people with Wilson’s disease and aiding research for treatment. Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue says it rescues, rehabilitates, and places donkeys for adoption. The Animal Legal Defense Fund describes its mission as protecting animals and advancing their interests through the legal system. Project K-9 Hero says it educates the public about adopting retired working dogs and provides assistance with costs and rehabilitation.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 8 grants totaling $19,503. Awards ranged from $100 to $16,200, with a median of $500. Its largest listed grant was $16,200 to American Martyrs Catholic Community in Manhattan Beach, California. Other listed awards included $1,000 each to The Sumba Foundation and the Wilson Disease Association, and $500 to American Martyrs School and Maycrest Manor. The foundation reported 12 grants totaling $44,650 in 2024 and 16 grants totaling $353,591 in 2023.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists James W Hirschmann III and Laura A Hirschmann as trustees/committee members.
The Stagman Foundation's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
James W. Hirschmann III
Trustee & Committee Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura A. Hirschmann
Trustee & Committee Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 The Stagman Foundation
How much does The Stagman Foundation give each year?
The Stagman Foundation gave $20K across 8 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $45K across 12 grants.
What is The Stagman Foundation's typical grant size?
The Stagman Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $500, and its average grant was $2,438, across 8 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Stagman Foundation give grants?
The Stagman Foundation gives mostly in California: 88% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Utah (5%) and New York (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Manhattan Beach, CA (2 grants).
Who are The Stagman Foundation's largest grantees?
The Stagman Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include American Martyrs Catholic Community ($16,200), The Sumba Foundation ($1,000) and Wilson Disease Association ($1,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 93% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Stagman Foundation?
The Stagman Foundation reported $36K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $20K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Stagman Foundation fund?
No mission statement is provided. The 2025 grants show support for organizations with varied charitable purposes. The Wilson Disease Association describes its mission as supporting people with Wilson’s disease and aiding research for treatment. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Stagman Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Stagman Foundation's EIN?
The Stagman Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-2605458. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Stagman Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 1, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 10, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 19, 2026)
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