Denver Foundation: Climate Equity Fund

From The Denver Foundation

The Denver Foundation's mission is to inspire people and mobilize resources to strengthen the Denver community. As a community foundation, they manage a variety of funds and initiatives that aim to address the needs and improve the lives of the residents in the Denver area. The foundation focuses on building a more equitable and vibrant community through grantmaking, philanthropy, and community leadership.

Type of Support

Overview

The Climate Equity Fund is focused on supporting nonprofit organizations actively engaged in addressing climate change. These organizations must demonstrate their impact through clear metrics showing reduction in carbon emissions. Additionally, the fund prioritizes programs that not only fight climate change but also enhance the well-being of individuals, communities, and neighborhoods. Financial support from the fund ranges between $5,000 and $50,000.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
Preferred locations: CO (Adams County, Arapahoe County, Boulder County, Broomfield County, Denver County, Douglas County, Jefferson County), All eligible locations: CO
Organization Type
Organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Organizations with a fiscal sponsor

Ineligibility

Projects focusing on policy advocacy around climate change
Organizing around climate change efforts
5k – 30k

Submission

Review Criteria

Priority will be allocated to organizations operating within the metropolitan area comprised of seven counties in Denver.