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The Bender West Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Colorado, with additional support in Washington, D.C., and California. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with grantees through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Rose Community Foundation
$590K
11%
JEWISHColorado
$543.9K
10%
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FOUNDATION
$230K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
69
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Bender West Foundation?
No. Bender West Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Bender West Foundation give?
Bender West Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, District Of Columbia, and California. 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 Bender West Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Bender West Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Bender West Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Bender West Foundation awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $856 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Bender West Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Bender West Foundation awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include Rose Community Foundation, JEWISHColorado, and UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Bender West Foundation?
Bender West Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.