THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION
GOLDEN, CO, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
84-0970315
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder

GOLDEN, CO, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
84-0970315
•
•
Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
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The Jefferson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives in its community, having awarded a total of $412.1K across 8 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Jefferson Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
ENSURE STUDENTS THRIVE THROUGH EQUITABLE, EXCELLENT, AND ENGAGING EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
$443.5K
8%
ARVADA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
$305K
5%
TeamUp JeffCo
$117.1K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION?
No. THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION give?
THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION 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 THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $412 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO, ARVADA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, and TeamUp JeffCo. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION?
THE JEFFERSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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