Colorado Bar Foundation

Colorado Bar Foundation Annual Grant Program

Who can apply: Applicants generally must be Colorado nonprofits, typically 501(c)(3) organizations, whose programs align with legal services for disadvantaged people, law-related education, or administration of justice. Organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply through a fiscal sponsor. Small organizations and rural organizations are encouraged to apply. Excluded activities include lobbying or political activities, endowments, fundraising benefits or solicitations, individual scholarships, non-charitable organizations, law firms and other for-profit businesses, and programs significantly funded by government grants. Grantmaking organizations are excluded except COLTAF.

Deadline: The 2026 grant cycle has concluded. Applications were due June 18 at 5:00 p.m. MDT, with follow-up submissions due June 25. The next grant cycle will be announced in the first quarter of 2027.