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.
The Strengthening Neighborhoods program by The Denver Foundation offers small grants to empower grassroots community development and organizing efforts, emphasizing the utilization of existing community strengths and assets. Targeting projects led by residents, the program awards grants with a focus on mobilizing resources for communities earning below the median income and communities of color. Grants average around $2,500, capping at $5,000, and support a wide range of areas including animals, arts, education, economic opportunity, environment, health, housing, and more. Projects must be initiated and directed by at least three unrelated local residents.