September 07, 2023 “Lean into Empathy and Humility.” A Conversation with Denver Foundation President Javier Alberto Soto September 07, 2023/ Mike Scutari In 2019, Javier Alberto Soto became president of the Denver Foundation after leading the Miami Foundation for 10 years. We check in with him to discuss his city-wide listening tour, the people he most admires and more.Read More
August 17, 2023 Why and How the Carol Franc Buck Foundation Supports Nevada Arts Groups August 17, 2023/ Alyssa Ochs The Carol Franc Buck Foundation maintains a low profile but steadily supports opera and other music organizations in Nevada. Here is an overview of this foundation’s history and local giving. Read More
August 08, 2023 Here are Some of the Rural Funders Working in the Mountain West August 08, 2023/ Martha Ramirez As part of Inside Philanthropy’s ongoing look at funders working in rural communities across the U.S., here are some of the regional foundations that serve the rural Mountain West.Read More
July 27, 2023 Backed by a Big Fortune, This Foundation Is Supporting Small Rural Communities in the West July 27, 2023/ Martha Ramirez The foundation of Edward Jaramillo and Amy Wyss, daughter of billionaire donor Hansjörg Wyss, gives in several small communities across the Mountain West. The funder prides itself on accessibility and a fast process.Read More
June 30, 2023 An Overview of the Community Foundation of Utah’s Local Grantmaking June 30, 2023/ Alyssa Ochs Based in Salt Lake City, the Community Foundation of Utah is one of the largest grantmakers in Utah and has been awarding over $57 million in annual grants lately. Here’s a closer look at what it supports.Read More
June 15, 2023 “Be Open to Evolving.” How a Regional Arts Funder Centered Equity, Increased Payout, and More June 15, 2023/ Mike Scutari Denver's Bonfils-Stanton Foundation made a lot of changes amid the tumult of 2020, but leaders knew there was more work to be done. President and CEO Gary Steuer walks us through the foundation’s ongoing evolution.Read More
June 13, 2023 “Equity, Accessibility, Social Justice.” A Closer Look at Western States Arts Federation June 13, 2023/ Mike Scutari This regional grantmaker works to strengthen arts ecosystems in Western states and Pacific territories. We dig into its combination of funding and advocacy, how it’s using a big MacKenzie Scott grant, and more.Read More
May 31, 2023 Seven Questions for Women’s Foundation of Colorado President and CEO Lauren Casteel May 31, 2023/ Mike Scutari One of philanthropy’s most committed advocates for inclusivity and diversity, Lauren Casteel has led the Women’s Foundation of Colorado since 2015. We discuss her career trajectory, why funders should take risks, and more.Read More
April 27, 2023 Four Ways the R. Harold Burton Foundation Supports Utah Nonprofits April 27, 2023/ Alyssa Ochs Utah financier Robert Harold Burton arranged for a foundation to be established in his name after his death. Here are four ways the R. Harold Burton Foundation gives in the Salt Lake City metropolitan area today.Read More
March 31, 2023 A Quick Overview of the Virginia W. Hill Foundation’s Colorado Giving March 31, 2023/ Alyssa Ochs The Virginia W. Hill Foundation is a private foundation and the legacy of a philanthropist who gave locally during her lifetime. Here’s an overview of this funder and how it approaches giving in Colorado.Read More
December 22, 2022 Who Created the Grand Foundation and What Does It Fund in Colorado? December 22, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Grand Foundation serves Grand County, Colorado and has a significant presence in the outdoor adventure towns of Fraser and Winter Park. Here are some details about how to approach it for support.Read More
December 02, 2022 How the Gill Foundation Backs the LGBTQ Community in Colorado December 02, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Gill Foundation envisions a world where everyone has equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. Here are a few things to know about its commitment to Colorado.Read More
October 12, 2022 How Colorado Groups Can Get the Fox Family Foundation’s Support October 12, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Jonathan and Shari Fox Family Foundation is a small family funder with highly local focus in several Colorado communities. Here some tips for how to approach and receive a grant from this Fowler, Colorado-based grantmaker.Read More
August 17, 2022 Here’s a Corporate Funder with an Eye on Boise, Idaho August 17, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Morrison Knudsen Foundation is a well-established corporate funder with a strong local focus. Here are some things grantseekers in Idaho should know about the this foundation.Read More
August 11, 2022 How and Where the Erion Foundation Supports Nonprofits in Colorado August 11, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs Here are some top facts to know about the Erion Foundation’s local giving in Northern Colorado.Read More
June 22, 2022 Who’s Behind the El Pomar Foundation and How Does It Give in Colorado? June 22, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The El Pomar Foundation is a private, general purpose foundation with a long history. Here is some information about how it awards grants throughout the state of Colorado.Read More
June 02, 2022 An Overview of the Denver Foundation’s Local Giving June 02, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Denver Foundation is among the largest and most well-established community funders in the Rocky Mountain west. Here is some information to know about its local giving.Read More
April 13, 2022 A Look at Recent Developments at the Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation April 13, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation has recently revamped its overall giving strategy. Here are some key things to know about DDCF before you approach this statewide, oral health-focused funder.Read More
March 22, 2022 Three Facts About Idaho’s J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation March 22, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs To help grantseekers get to know the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation, here are three important facts about this Boise-based, Idaho-focused funder.Read More
March 01, 2022 A Look at the Adolph Coors Foundation’s Giving in Denver and Throughout Colorado March 01, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs Here are some details about the Adolph Coors Foundation’s giving in the Denver area and throughout Colorado to guide local grantseekers.Read More