Grants

Bonfils-Stanton Foundation’s geographic focus is Denver. We are a place-based funder that supports arts & culture and leadership organizations operating and delivering the majority of their programs in Denver. We consider exceptions for small, community-centered groups in Arapahoe, Adams, and Jefferson counties.

We are a lead funder with two state-wide initiatives: Arts in Society and Equity in Arts Learning, administered by our partners. See below for grant details and eligibility.

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Community Grants

Up to $60,000

Unrestricted operating grants for ongoing stability to carry out an organization’s mission. Project support considered for relationship building.

Arts and Culture

Applications Open:

Round 1 applications open July 10

Applications Deadline:

Round 1 applications close August 11

Capital

Award amount varies based on scope of project

Grants for capital projects, typically for organizations with operating budgets under $5 million.

Arts and Culture

Applications Open:

Round 1 applications open July 10

Applications Deadline:

Round 1 application close August 11

Inclusive Communities

$10,000

$10,000 in unrestricted funding to small-budget, arts & culture organizations, prioritizing those that are led by and serve BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disability communities.

Arts and Culture

Applications Open:

Closed

Applications Deadline:

Closed

Technical Assistance

Up to $5,000

Grants up to $5,000 that may be used for a consultant, planning, technology, or training/professional development to help sustain or grow operations and build team skill sets.

Arts and Culture

Applications Open:

Accepted on a rolling basis

Applications Deadline:

Livingston Fellowship

$40,000

$40,000 award for senior-level social sector leaders, recognizing past contributions to the field and enhancing leadership through personal and professional development. Applications open:

Leadership

Applications Open:

November 8 - December 2, 2024

Applications Deadline:

December 2, 2024

Arts in Society

From $5,000 - $35,000

Arts in Society is a collaborative grantmaking program administered by RedLine Contemporary Art Center that fosters cross-sector work through the arts by supporting the integration of arts and culture into multiple disciplines critical to the health and well-being of Coloradans.

External / Collaborative

Applications Open:

See RedLine Arts in Society website

Applications Deadline:

See RedLine Arts in Society website

Equity in Arts Learning for Colorado Youth

Between $10,000-$25,000

Equity in Arts Learning is a collaborative grantmaking program that seeks to increase access to arts education for historically marginalized youth in Colorado. The program is administered by Think 360 Arts for Learning.

External / Collaborative

Applications Open:

Applications open in September

Applications Deadline:

Equity-Focused Leadership Grants

$10,000

$10,000 to organizations that support the leadership development of BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or adults with disabilities aspiring to lead in the nonprofit sector.

Leadership

Applications Open:

July 30, 2024

Applications Deadline:

August 26, 2024 at 5:00pm

Social Impact Artist Award

Cash prize celebrating the impact of artists dedicated to positive impact and social justice through their artistic practice.

Leadership

Applications Open:

Closed

Applications Deadline:

Closed

Arts & Culture Rapid Response Grant

$5,000-$20,000

Bonfils-Stanton Foundation has launched the Arts & Culture Rapid Response Grant with awards of $5,000 - $20,000 in funding to Denver-area arts and culture organizations experiencing a loss of revenue due to federal policy changes and related impacts.

Arts and Culture

Applications Open:

Closed

Applications Deadline:

Closed