Nonprofit Endowments
Start or Grow Your Nonprofit Endowment with Colorado Gives Foundation
Partnering with Colorado Gives Foundation makes it easier to build long-term support for your nonprofit’s mission. Our endowments start at $50,000 and are tailored to fit your organization’s goals and values. With 140+ partners and $60+ million stewarded, we offer trusted expertise and personalized support.
Whether your organization is large or small, seasoned or new, we invite you to explore our endowment program and work with us to build a strong, sustainable future—together.
Get StartedWhat is a Nonprofit Endowment?
A nonprofit endowment is a long-term fund designed to support your current needs and ensure future stability. Your fund is permanently held and invested at Colorado Gives Foundation to provide a reliable annual income while growing over time.
Benefits of a Nonprofit Endowment at Colorado Gives Foundation
- Expert, Cost-Efficient Management – Receive top-tier, values-aligned investment expertise.
- Strong Investment Infrastructure – We provide governance, oversight, reporting and investment management so your team can focus on your mission.
- Dedicated Service – Personalized support to grow your endowment and strengthen your long-term impact.
Matching Grants for New + Current Endowment Partners
Colorado Gives Foundation offers one-time matching grants to eligible new and existing endowment partners, helping organizations grow their permanently invested funds faster and strengthen long-term financial sustainability.
New Partners
Start your new fund with a one-time 10% match up to $250,000.*
Minimum contribution to open a fund is $50,000.
Current Partners
Grow your fund with a one-time 10% match up to $100,000.*
Minimum contribution to receive a match is $50,000.
Application required.
Other Ways We Help You Grow
- Fundraising Tools + Education – Access coaching, resources and training to grow your fund, including tips on using ColoradoGives.org.
- Strategic Financing – Exclusive access to below-market rate loans for growth and capital projects.**
- Long-Term Designated Funds – Flexible investment options designed for long-term impact.
* Subject to fund availability.
** Provided the loan is aligned with the purpose of the endowment.
When we opened our endowment at Colorado Gives Foundation, we were thrilled that they matched a portion of the funds invested. We wanted a partner to secure our financial future. With Colorado Gives Foundation, we found all this and more in a team that shares our values, purpose, and is committed to our success.” – Pamela Brier, CEO, The Action Center
Nonprofit Endowment Management Fees
All investment expertise and programmatic support are delivered at a sliding, low-cost fee:
- Up to $1 million – 1.0%
- $1 million – $2 million – 0.75%
- Above $2 million – 0.5%
Strengthen Your Nonprofit’s Financial Future
When you start an endowment, you create predictable annual support while protecting your nonprofit’s mission for generations to come. If you’re ready to explore how an endowment can strengthen your long-term financial sustainability, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Tim Zeckser
Nonprofit Endowment Director
Tim joined the Foundation in December 2022 as the endowment...
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