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Form 990-PFTax year 2025EIN 26-4030641

Bachus & Schanker Cares Foundation

A private foundation in Denver, CO. Its return for tax year 2025 lists 62 grants and $252,453 paid in grants.

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Tax year 2025 (period ending Dec 31, 2025), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

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The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets and giving by year

6 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2025

    $252,453

    Grants listed
    62
    Assets, end of year
    $968

  • Tax year 2024

    $185,251

    Grants listed
    40
    Assets, end of year
    $2,660

  • Tax year 2023

    $135,870

    Grants listed
    17
    Assets, end of year
    $55,586

  • Tax year 2022

    $105,548

    Grants listed
    18
    Assets, end of year
    $74,020

  • Tax year 2021

    $147,765

    Grants listed
    22
    Assets, end of year
    $2,978

  • Tax year 2020

    $103,533

    Grants listed
    15
    Assets, end of year
    $1,307

Grants paid in 2025

62 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. MADD ColoradoDenver, CO

    2025 Partnership Payment to MADD as the Statewide Sponsor of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

    $101,053
  2. Kenzi's CausesAurora, CO

    Support their mission of supporting underprivileged children and their families throughout the state of Colorado by providing them with the tools and resources needed to truly thrive and live an overall more well-rounded life.

    $21,000
  3. JamlacDenver, CO

    Donation to the Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Clinic Joy of Giving Fundraiser.

    $15,000
  4. Judi's HouseAurora, CO

    Strength in the Face of Adversity Luncheon

    $10,000
  5. Childsafe ColoradoFort Collins, CO

    Annual Gala to honor the dedicated work of ChildSafe's clients and thereapists to create a path of healing from childhood abuse. Childsafes 2025 Trivia Boo Fundraiser

    $7,500
  6. Martyred Angels FoundationBoulder, CO

    Donation to Support the Mission of the organization: We provide community support to families struggling after the tragic death of a child.

    $5,000
  7. Illuminate Colorado IncDenver, CO

    Sponsorship of their Annual Light the Way Fundraiser Sponsor to support their mission to strengthening families, organizations, and communities to prevent child maltreatment and Harvest Festival

    $4,000
  8. Joy and JusticeTimnath, CO

    Fundraising

    $4,000
  9. Brothers RedevelopmentEdgewater, CO

    Miscellanous Sponsorships

    $3,000
  10. Cheyenne American Legion PostCheyenne, WY

    Sponsor the team

    $3,000
  11. Rock Canyon HS Boys LacrossCastle Pines, CO

    Spring 2026 Lacross team

    $3,000
  12. Rooted 303Littleton, CO

    Annual sponsorship

    $3,000
  13. A Precious ChildWestminster, CO

    Speakeasy Gala Table Purchase

    $2,500
  14. Alzheimer's AssociationChicago, IL

    Sponsorship of Ride2End Alzheimers fundraising Cycle Event

    $2,500
  15. Ardent Grove FoundationDenver, CO

    2025 Ardent Grove Foundation Annual Fundraiser: A night of healing and hope

    $2,500
  16. Fort Collins HS Gridiron BoostersFort Collins, CO

    Golf tournament

    $2,500
  17. LGBT Community Center of ColoradoDenver, CO

    Sponsor of the Pride Day 5k Booth.

    $2,500
  18. Safe Harbor Childrens Justice CenterCheyenne, WY

    Hearts and Smarts - Trivia night

    $2,500
  19. Sevicios De La RazaDenver, CO

    12th Annual Raices Latinas Gala

    $2,500
  20. Sexual Assault Victim Advocate CenterFort Collins, CO

    Sava Soiree Sponsership

    $2,500
  21. Spina Bifida Ass of ColoradoDenver, CO

    Miscellanous Sponsorships

    $2,500
  22. The Brandon and Paul FoundationDenver, CO

    Sponsorship of their annual Wal Bop Golf Tournament to support their mission to support educational programs for young drivers that focus on the importance of making good decisions and safe driving habits.

    $2,500
  23. Kristi Visocky Memorial FoundationFort Collins, CO

    Scorecard Sponsor for the 21st Annual Kristi Visocky Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament

    $2,200
  24. Fossil Ridge HS Boys BasketballFort Collins, CO

    Tournament fundraiser to help provide the boys help with the funds to participate in tournaments

    $2,100
  25. Metro Volunteer LawyersDenver, CO

    Annual fundraising soiree and auction.

    $2,000
  26. Lafayette Warrior Rugby ClubSuperior, CO

    Youth development through free sports (Rugby) ages 5-14.

    $2,000
  27. Magic City EnterpriseCheyenne, WY

    Capital City Distillers Tasting

    $2,000
  28. The Limb Preservation FdnLittleton, CO

    Sponsorship of the Golf Classic to support their mission of providing support and community for those experiencing life and limb threatening conditions

    $2,000
  29. Alameda International Sr High SchoolLakewood, CO

    50th Annual Alameda Wrestling Invite

    $1,500
  30. American Cancer SocietyDenver, CO

    Relay For Life of Northern Colorado Sponsorship

    $1,500
  31. Aurora Rotary FdnParker, CO

    Fundraiser for Rotary Club of Aurora Foundation

    $1,500
  32. Genesis Project of Northern ColoradoGreeley, CO

    Autumn Ignite / is the largest fundraiser of the year

    $1,500
  33. HolmesOmega ScholarshipDenver, CO

    Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament

    $1,500
  34. House of Neighborly ServiceLoveland, CO

    Rope for Hope: a rappeling fundraiser.

    $1,500
  35. It's for the Kids IncWestminster, CO

    Fall Classic Charity Golf Tournament

    $1,500
  36. The Crawford Child Advocacy CenterFort Collins, CO

    Holiday Home Tour 2025

    $1,500
  37. Almost Home IncBrighton, CO

    Concert for a cause and Spooky Sprint 5k

    $1,250
  38. Alternatives to ViolenceLoveland, CO

    FORE Golf Tournament followed by buffet luncheon.

    $1,250
  39. Colorado Youth OutdoorsFort Collins, CO

    The 10th annual Scoot - a night of dinner and dancing to raise funds for CYO.

    $1,250
  40. Loveland High SchoolLoveland, CO

    Grand slam and kid's camp sponsorships

    $1,250
  41. Tee it up for Veterans LLCElizabeth, CO

    Sponsorship of their golf event to raise funds for the Honor Bell Foundation.

    $1,200
  42. Azteca Boxing ClubGreeley, CO

    Mexica Center Annual Gala

    $1,000
  43. Canine Patners of the RockiesAurora, CO

    Sponsorship of the Canine Partners of the Rockies Bowties and Tails Gala in support of their mission of providing extensive training to purpose bred pups, a personalized match process and lifetime support for each mobility service dog team - with no placement fee.

    $1,000
  44. Clothes to Kids of DenverDenver, CO

    Blue Jean Bash - signature gala amd largest fundraising event of the year.

    $1,000
  45. Denver Childrens FoundationDenver, CO

    Title Sponsorship of Christmas For Kids

    $1,000
  46. Denver Philharmonic OrchestraDenver, CO

    Youth tix sponsor that keeps tickets free for patrons 18 and under.

    $1,000
  47. Fort Collins Boys Basketball BoosterFort Collins, CO

    FCHS Boosters - Boys basketball season

    $1,000
  48. Fort Collins Diamond Baseball BoosterFort Collins, CO

    Banner sponsor for the Fort Collins High School Baseball Team.

    $1,000
  49. Karis communityDenver, CO

    Karis Community's unique Empowerment Program

    $1,000
  50. Maxfund Animal ShelterDenver, CO

    Annual Gala

    $1,000
  51. Mountain View Booster ClubLoveland, CO

    Youth attending Mountain View High School and reside in Loveland, Johnstown and Windsor, Colorado and participate in athletics.

    $1,000
  52. Off The Hook ArtsFort Collins, CO

    Meadowlark Music Program

    $1,000
  53. Pinnacol FoundationDenver, CO

    Annual Golf Tournament

    $1,000
  54. The Matthew's HouseFort Collins, CO

    Annual Sponsorship to support their mission

    $1,000
  55. George Washington BaseballDenver, CO

    Sponsorship

    $900
  56. Denver-Inter Neighborhood OrganizationDenver, CO

    Fiftieth Anniversary and its Annual Neighborhood Awards Event.

    $500
  57. Global Leaders IncFort Collins, CO

    Sponsorship for the 17th annual Fiesta de Global Leaders Auction

    $500
  58. Hope for Hooves Rescue and AdoptionFranktown, CO

    2025 Hope For Hooves Fundraiser - Hat, Hooves and Hope.

    $500
  59. Humane Society of Pike Peak RegionCo Sprgs, CO

    Pawtoberfest - an Octoberfest type event that is dog-friendly brew fest that raises funds for the organization.

    $500
  60. Laboratory to Combat Human TraffickingDenver, CO

    Colorado Gives event

    $500
  61. Three Birds AllianceAurora, CO

    Corks for a Cause event

    $500
  62. Working Families FriendsDenver, CO

    Annual Fundraiser - Cinco de Mayo Event

    $500

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Human services13 grants $40,25046% of the total
  2. Philanthropy and grantmaking2 grants $15,00017% of the total
  3. Crime and legal aid2 grants $9,00010% of the total
  4. Education4 grants $6,2007% of the total
  5. Youth development2 grants $5,0006% of the total
  6. Housing and shelter2 grants $4,2505% of the total
  7. 4 other causes4 grants $8,50010% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Colorado59 grants $244,953
  2. Wyoming3 grants $7,500

Officers, directors and trustees

2 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Darin L SchankerChairman Hours 10Pay $0
  • J Kyle BachusPresident/Treasurer Hours 10Pay $0

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