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Strengthening Neighborhoods Program

Offered by Denver Foundation

Found automatically on denverfoundation.org/funding-opportunity/strengthening-neighborhoods. Check details with the funder before applying.

Who can apply
501(c)(3) nonprofits or fiscally sponsored groups in the seven-county Metro Denver region.
How much
$500 – $5,000Average grant size is $2,500; typical range $500 to $5,000
By when
RollingApply anytimeOpens January 20, 2026Requests considered on an ongoing basis with decisions made monthly. Program closes in October 2026.
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Checked Oct 6, 2026

About this grant

The Denver Foundation's Strengthening Neighborhoods Program provides small grants to community-led groups in the Metro Denver region to either hire capacity-building coaches or support grassroots community organizing campaigns and projects. The program aims to support communities where people earn less than area median income and communities of color, with an average grant size of $2,500.

Eligibility details

  • Notes: Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3). Must be led by at least three unrelated people/leaders. Must be located in and do work in the seven-county Metro Denver region. Not eligible: sponsorships, retroactive funding, debt retirement, re-granting, medical/scientific/academic research, grants furthering religious activities, scholarships, or organizations that discriminate based on protected characteristics.
Nonprofit (501c3)Fiscal Sponsor OK

Topics

Animals & WildlifeArts, Culture & HeritageEducationEnvironment, Conservation & EnergyHealth & MedicalHousing & ShelterSocial JusticeCivic & Community

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