AI Summary
Defend Colorado is a 501(c) grantmaker that reported $244.3K in grants paid to 2 grantees in filing year 2024. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants by invitation only; nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The mission of the organization is to conduct research and analysis of conditions affecting the Colorado state economy and promote policies that strengthen the state economy.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNITE FOR COLORADO
Lafayette, CO
$1.6M
27%
WESTERN HERITAGE CONSERVATION ALLIANCE
Englewood, CO
$40K
< 1%
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- 2 grantees
- 1 board & team members
- 4 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Defend Colorado?
No. Defend Colorado does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Defend Colorado give?
Defend Colorado primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado and Alabama. 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 Defend Colorado’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Defend Colorado fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $517 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Defend Colorado make each year?
In 2024, Defend Colorado awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $244 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Defend Colorado fund recently?
In 2024, Defend Colorado awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITE FOR COLORADO and WESTERN HERITAGE CONSERVATION ALLIANCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Defend Colorado?
Defend Colorado does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.