Details about 2023 grant cycles are below. To be notified about open funding opportunities, please sign up here.
NOW OPEN
Newcomers Fund
Since December 2022, more than 10,000 people have arrived in Greater Denver after fleeing unrest in South and Central America. Colorado organizations serving newcomers from the Southern U.S. border are encouraged to apply for this open funding opportunity. Learn more.
Timeline | Grant decisions will be made on a rolling schedule twice a month.
Grant Amounts will be determined based on the breadth and depth of impact in addition to the total amount available to grant.
Application Overview and Questions (provided for reference only, submit your application using the link below).
Arts and Culture Rolling Opportunity
Supporting organizations or community-driven projects that elevate the voices of diverse communities and promote inclusion and belonging in the Greater Denver region – prioritizing artistic and cultural projects that center social change and justice.
Timeline | To be reviewed as applications are received March 31 through November 30, or when all funding is distributed, whichever comes first.
Grant amounts | Will typically range between $5,000 and $25,000. The average grant amount will likely be around $15,000.
Application Overview and Questions (provided for reference only, please submit your application using the link below).
Civic Engagement Rolling Opportunity
Supporting efforts aimed at elevating the voices and priorities of those furthest from opportunity through inclusive civic engagement activities, including voter participation and engagement, community organizing, leadership development and civic forums.
Timeline | Rolling application, to be reviewed as applications are received through October 13 or when all funding is distributed, whichever comes first.
Grant amounts will typically range from $5,000 to $30,000.
Application Overview and Questions (provided for reference only, please submit your application using the link below).
COMING SOON
Jewish Life Grant Cycle Two
To support organizations and programs that are reflective of Greater Denver’s Jewish communities and offer meaningful and relevant opportunities to engage in Jewish life, while welcoming diverse individuals, families and practices.
Timeline | Two open requests for proposals launching in March and June, with grants made by August and October, respectively.
Policy and Advocacy Ecosystem
To support organizations leveraging policy and advocacy efforts to advance inclusive, engaged and equitable Greater Denver communities.
Timeline |Open request for proposals launching in June with grants made by October.
Grant amounts will typically range from $25,000 to $75,000.
Community Grantmaking Cycle Two (Focus Areas TBD)
Timeline | Open request for proposals launching in June with grants made by October.
Grant amounts will typically range from $25,000 to $75,000.
CLOSED
Building Equitable Futures for Children and Youth
Supporting organizations that provide youth- and child-focused services, center youth and family voice, and address systemic inequities to increase educational achievement and bolster post-secondary work options for youth furthest from opportunity.
Timeline |Applications are due by March 1 at 5 p.m. Notifications about grant decisions will be sent via email by May 26, 2023.
Jewish Life Grant Cycle One
Supporting organizations and programs that are reflective of Greater Denver’s Jewish communities and offer meaningful and relevant opportunities to engage in Jewish life, while welcoming diverse individuals, families and practices.
Timeline | Applications are due by 5 p.m. on April 17. Notifications about grant decisions will be sent via email by June 9.
Grant amounts | Grant requests should generally not exceed 15% of the current year’s operating budget.
Generation Now Circle: Eviction Prevention
Supporting nonprofit organizations in the Greater Denver region that support families and individuals who are at risk of eviction or
losing their housing. This funding will support direct services and advocacy work that addresses the spectrum of housing assistance.
Timeline | Applications are due by 5 p.m. on May 3. Notifications about grant decisions will be sent via email by July 12.
Grant amounts | Individual grants will be awarded up to $15,000. We anticipate making five or less total grants.
For questions about funding opportunities, please contact:
Christiano Sosa and Maria Torres | Community Grantmaking
Sarah Kurz and Ray Barrie-Kivel | Policy and Advocacy
Vanessa Bernier | Jewish Life