Nonprofits & Grants

Rose Community Foundation, in collaboration with peer funders across Colorado, is proud to announce the launch of the Colorado Safe Futures Fund. This initiative is dedicated to preventing firearm-related injury and death throughout the state using a public health approach.  Preventable injuries and deaths from firearms impact Coloradans every day. Firearms are the third leading cause

Education remains a crucial route for advancing youth furthest from opportunity, and enrichment programs outside traditional classroom settings can also significantly impact short and long-term outcomes.  Rose Community Foundation recently awarded $525,000 to 19 organizations providing youth programs and services outside of the classroom. These organizations aim to enhance community safety and belonging for young

Rose Community Foundation recently launched an open grant opportunity aimed at advancing equitable economic opportunity, marking three years of grantmaking in this space. In response to the evolving needs of the region in the wake of the pandemic, the Foundation recognized that fostering equitable economic opportunities is crucial for empowering individuals to transition from merely

Through artistic expression, individuals from diverse backgrounds have a platform to share their stories, experiences and unique identities. Exposure to various forms of art can also help dismantle stereotypes, reduce prejudices and cultivate a sense of unity within communities. In 2023, Rose Community Foundation awarded $382,000 to 29 organizations promoting social change and justice through

In 2023, Rose Community Foundation awarded $555,000 to 26 organizations to support strong and inclusive civic engagement in the Greater Denver region. Grants were made to nonprofits and programs that focused on elevating the voices and priorities of those furthest from opportunity through voter participation and engagement, community organizing and leadership development.  Communities with powerful civic engagement