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Est.

1983

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Jefferson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation paid a total of $412.1K in grants to 8 grantees.

Mission Statement

ENSURE STUDENTS THRIVE THROUGH EQUITABLE, EXCELLENT, AND ENGAGING EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES.
Total Funding Given
$412.1K
2024
Grantees funded
8
Multi-year grantees
38%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$35.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$39.2K
A
Adele Wilson
Board Member
J
Josephine Huelskamp
Board Member
D
Dayna Ashley-Oehm
Board Member

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.