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Est.

1989

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to the Denver School of the Arts. With total grants paid amounting to $691.1K in 2025, this funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO SUPPORT DSA'S VISION, WHILE ENHANCING PROGRAMMING, INCLUSIVENESS AND DIVERSITY WITHIN THE SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given
$691.1K
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$43.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$148.7K
S
Susan Knill
Board Member
D
Donald Zuckerman
Board Member
A
Andy Burns
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS?
No. FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS give?
FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS primarily gives to organizations located in 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 FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $43 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS make each year?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $691 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS fund recently?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS?
FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.