The Colorado Trust
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The Colorado Trust is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Colorado, with additional contributions to Minnesota and California. The Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The Colorado Trust can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Zarlengo Foundation
$9.6M
7%
THE COLORADO NONPROFIT DEVELOPMENT CENTER
$5.4M
4%
COLORADO HEALTH INSTITUTE
$4.5M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$3.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Colorado Trust?
No. The Colorado Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Colorado Trust give?
The Colorado Trust primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado, Minnesota, 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 The Colorado Trust’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Colorado Trust fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $3,200. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Colorado Trust make each year?
In 2024, The Colorado Trust awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $28.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Colorado Trust fund recently?
In 2024, The Colorado Trust awarded grants to about 590 grantees. Recent grantees include Zarlengo Foundation, THE COLORADO NONPROFIT DEVELOPMENT CENTER, and COLORADO HEALTH INSTITUTE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Colorado Trust?
The Colorado Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.