The Verdoorn Foundation
The Verdoorn Foundation is a private foundation, based in Greenwood Village, CO. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $3.4M in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 7 grants totaling $174K. Net investment income was $76K.
The Verdoorn Foundation at a glance
In short: The Verdoorn Foundation gave $174K across 7 grants in 2026 (avg $25K), top state Arizona. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $174,000
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 7
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $24,857
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $3,358,367
- -2.5% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Arizona (39% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who The Verdoorn Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Morningside College ($50K). Together the top 7 received $174K.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 32 grants of 37 (86%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Verdoorn Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−13%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 103% of 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $174K (2024) to $220K (2022). In 2026 it made 7 grants totaling $174K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morningside College Souix City, IA | athletic program | $50,000 |
| Phoenix Childrens Hospital Phoenix, AZ | childrens ICU | $26,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation Staten Island, NY | families of fallen veterans | $25,000 |
| Folds of Honor Scottsdale, AZ | soldiers children spouses | $25,000 |
| Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship Scottsdale, AZ | childrens programs | $16,000 |
| Sunrise Horse Rescue Saint Helena, CA | animal rescue program | $16,000 |
| Home Aid Colorado Lakewood, CO | female veterans project | $16,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,358,367 | $109,810 | $207,805 | $174,000 | 7 | $174,000 | $76,005 | $169,114 |
| 2025 | $3,445,469 | $94,678 | $196,574 | $174,000 | 7 | $174,000 | $72,104 | $172,120 |
| 2024 | $3,417,471 | $74,617 | $198,491 | $174,000 | 7 | $174,000 | $54,057 | $173,922 |
| 2023 | $3,725,642 | $195,703 | $226,949 | $200,000 | 8 | $200,000 | $168,754 | $174,148 |
| 2022 | $3,736,761 | $137,526 | $271,905 | $220,000 | 8 | $220,000 | $54,499 | $195,739 |
| 2021 | $3,891,140 | $104,458 | $208,029 | $188,000 | 8 | — | $65,105 | $206,952 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Verdoorn Foundation reported a distributable amount of $169K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Verdoorn Foundation is led by Daniel C Verdoorn, President Director on every filing since 2021; none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Daniel C Verdoorn
President Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Denise M Overhardt
Secretary & Treasurer Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carla A Verdoorn
Vice President Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Verdoorn Foundation
How much does The Verdoorn Foundation give each year?
The Verdoorn Foundation gave $174K across 7 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $174K across 7 grants.
What is The Verdoorn Foundation's typical grant size?
The Verdoorn Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $25,000, and its average grant was $24,857, across 7 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Verdoorn Foundation give grants?
The Verdoorn Foundation's top state is Arizona, with 39% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Iowa (29%) and New York (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Scottsdale, AZ (2 grants).
Does The Verdoorn Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on The Verdoorn Foundation's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Verdoorn Foundation's largest grantees?
The Verdoorn Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Morningside College ($50,000), Phoenix Childrens Hospital ($26,000) and Tunnel to Towers Foundation ($25,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Verdoorn Foundation?
The Verdoorn Foundation reported $3.4M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $174K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $169K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The Verdoorn Foundation's EIN?
The Verdoorn Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1568378. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 21, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Live grants for the work The Verdoorn Foundation 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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