Private foundation · EIN 84-1457491 · Westcliffe, Colorado · Philanthropy & grantmaking

6 S Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $185K total, median $35K. 75% of grants stayed in Colorado.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
4
$185K
Median grant
$35K
Stays in CO
75%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.1M

Grants paid in 2025

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Wet Mountain Valley Community FoundationWestcliffe, COTo provide support to the community based on programs and services.$105K
School Sisters of Notre DameNorridge, ILTo assist in sharing in christ's mission to proclaim the good news of god's reign.$40K
The Pines RanchWestcliffe, COTo conserve and cultivate the 130-year history of the historic pines ranch and to maintain its integrity by safeguarding its environment, b…$30K
Colorado Open LandsLakewood, COTo preserve the significant open lands and diminishing natural heritage of colorado.$10K

By state: Colorado 3 · Illinois 1

About this foundation

6 S Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Westcliffe, Colorado, administered in care of Richard a Stermer Pres, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does 6 S Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does 6 S Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $185K across 4 grants, a median of $35K.

Where does 6 S Foundation give?

Colorado (3 grants), Illinois (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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