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The Bettye Poetzel Ferguson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Colorado and California. It does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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2
Humanities
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MERCY HOUSING INC
$8.5M
37%
MERCY HOUSING CALIFORNIA
$6M
26%
THE SAN FRANCISCO HOUSING ACCELERATOR FUND
$3M
13%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION?
No. BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION give?
BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Colorado 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 BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $225 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include MERCY HOUSING INC, MERCY HOUSING CALIFORNIA, and THE SAN FRANCISCO HOUSING ACCELERATOR FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION?
BETTYE POETZ FERGUSON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.