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Est.

2007

Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

BUFFS 4 LIFE is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the organization paid a total of $421.6K in grants to two grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with BUFFS 4 LIFE can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WE ENVISION A PROMISE BETWEEN ALL UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO ATHLETES PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE, THAT GUARANTEES THE SUPPORT OF THE ENTIRE GOLDEN BUFFALO ATHLETIC FAMILY FOR LIFE.
Total Funding Given
$421.6K
2025
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
0%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$220.8K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
L
Lisa Van Goor
Board Member
J
Joe McCreary
Board Member
G
Gary Barnett
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BUFFS 4 LIFE?
No. BUFFS 4 LIFE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BUFFS 4 LIFE give?
BUFFS 4 LIFE primarily gives to organizations located in Nevada and Colorado. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BUFFS 4 LIFE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BUFFS 4 LIFE fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $221 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BUFFS 4 LIFE make each year?
In 2025, BUFFS 4 LIFE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $422 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BUFFS 4 LIFE fund recently?
In 2025, BUFFS 4 LIFE awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include BPS FOUNDATION and ELEVATIONS FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BUFFS 4 LIFE?
BUFFS 4 LIFE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.