[Stanton Foundation](https://thestantonfoundation.org)

Rolling (Applications accepted year-round)

Up to $5,000 per grant; one-time awards; decision within 1 month of submission

Supports small Denver-area arts & culture nonprofits with capacity-building funds for consulting, planning, technology, and team development.

Applicants may only receive one award every 24 months.

--- ## Description The Technical Assistance Grants program is designed to help small arts and culture organizations in Denver build their capacity, sustain or grow their operations, and strengthen team skills. Funding can be used for a wide range of activities, including hiring consultants, strategic planning, technology upgrades, and professional or leadership development. The program is part of the Bonfils-Stanton Foundation’s ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant, equitable, and sustainable arts ecosystem in the Denver metro area. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. - Award decisions are typically made within one month of submission. - Applicants may only apply once in a 24-month period. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant amount: $5,000 (one-time award per organization per 24 months) - No ongoing or multi-year support; grants are intended for discrete, capacity-building projects. - Example funded activities: strategic planning, board development, DEI and equity training, marketing, fundraising planning, technology/software upgrades, data management systems. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must: - Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or fiscally sponsored arts & culture group. - Have a mission focused on producing and presenting arts to the public. - Be based in the City of Denver and deliver the majority of programs in Denver. - Small, community-driven organizations in Adams, Arapahoe, or Jefferson counties may be considered with prior discussion. - Have an annual operating budget under $500,000. - Demonstrate a commitment to arts & culture programming and a clear community need for their work. - Show a strong understanding of and plan for implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. **Not eligible:** - Individuals, scholarships, or loans - Events, media/film productions, or religious initiatives - Endowment or debt retirement - Organizations outside Colorado or those not benefiting Colorado citizens --- ## Application Process 1. **Eligibility Check:** - Use the [online screener](https://www.bonfils-stantonfoundation.org/grants/technical-assistance#) or complete the [Grant Interest Form](https://www.bonfils-stantonfoundation.org/grantee-interest-form). - Complete the [Eligibility Questionnaire](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3fYL-m8ZO2lxlcI_2XJhC1MqQl3fPbezttuEPmUBygiTD8Q/viewform) as a first step. 2. **Apply Online:** - Register and submit your application through the [Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Grant Portal](https://bonfils-stantonfoundation.my.site.com/grants/s/login/SelfRegister). 3. **Review & Decision:** - Foundation staff review applications and typically respond within one month. - No formal report is required post-award, but a simple follow-up email or summary of outcomes is encouraged. --- ## Additional Information - Only one application per organization is allowed within a 24-month period. - Receiving a technical assistance grant does not guarantee eligibility for other Foundation programs. - Fiscal sponsor guidelines are available for groups using a fiscal sponsor: [Fiscal Sponsor Guidelines (PDF)](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/660decd6eee5b30c133dff8c/664d1eef9eb0fc8a96502731_BSF%20Fiscal%20Sponsor%20Guidelines_Template%202-2024.pdf) - Accessibility questions are welcomed; contact the Foundation for accommodations. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Details](https://www.bonfils-stantonfoundation.org/grants/technical-assistance) - [Grant Interest Form](https://www.bonfils-stantonfoundation.org/grantee-interest-form) - [Eligibility Questionnaire](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3fYL-m8ZO2lxlcI_2XJhC1MqQl3fPbezttuEPmUBygiTD8Q/viewform) - [Online Application Portal](https://bonfils-stantonfoundation.my.site.com/grants/s/login/SelfRegister) - [All Bonfils-Stanton Grant Opportunities](https://www.bonfils-stantonfoundation.org/grants) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General/Grant Inquiries | [admin@bonfils-stanton.org](mailto:admin@bonfils-stanton.org) | | Program Director (accessibility/questions) | Chrissy Deal, 303-825-3774, [chrissy@bonfils-stanton.org](mailto:chrissy@bonfils-stanton.org) | | Mailing Address | 1033 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204 | | Phone | 303-825-3774 | | [Contact Page](https://www.bonfils-stantonfoundation.org/contact) | |

Technical Assistance Grants - Bonfils-Stanton Foundation

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