How We Give
Grantmaking Overview
How We Give
The Hupf Foundation makes grants to established 501(c)(3) public charities working in health, education and community support. Our giving is focused on Colorado.
Who we fund
501(c)(3) public charities in good standing with the IRS and their state
Organizations that have been operating for at least one full year, with a board of at least three members who are not all related
Programs that serve people based on need and are open to everyone who qualifies
What we do not fund
Grants to individuals. We fund scholarships only through colleges and universities, which choose the recipients.
Political campaigns, lobbying, or event tickets and sponsorships
Small-business development, entrepreneurship, or investment in for-profit businesses
Endowments, debt reduction, or donor-advised funds
How to reach us
Our grantmaking is by invitation. If your work fits our priorities, we would be glad to hear from you. Please email a brief introduction (one page or less) to hupffoundation@gmail.com with:
Your organization's legal name and EIN
What you do and whom you serve
The program or need you would like support for
Your annual budget
Please hold off on sending a full proposal until we ask for one.
What happens next
We read every introduction. If there is a good fit, we will reach out and ask for a few documents, such as a Form W-9, a budget and a board list. All grants are approved by our Board of Directors. Because our resources are limited, we are not able to respond to or fund every request.
Questions? Contact us at info@hupffoundation.org