Adolph Coors Foundation

Quick Stats

• Annual Giving: $9.9 million (2023 tax year)
• Success Rate: Not publicly available
• Decision Time: Not publicly available
• Grant Range: Not publicly specified
• Geographic Focus: Colorado

Contact Details

• Website: https://www.coorsfoundation.org
• Phone: 303.388.1636
• Address: 215 St. Paul Street, Suite 300, Denver, Colorado 80206
• Grant Application Portal: https://grants.coorsfoundation.org

Overview

Established in 1975, the Adolph Coors Foundation is a private family foundation based in Denver, Colorado with total assets of approximately $178 million. The foundation provides an avenue of opportunity for Coloradans to experience the best life possible, emphasising support for Colorado citizens whilst maintaining the state's reputation as a "land of opportunity." With annual charitable disbursements of approximately $9.9 million, the foundation focuses on strengthening Colorado communities through strategic grantmaking that promotes self-sufficiency, education, health, and youth development.

Funding Priorities

Priority Areas

The foundation concentrates on four core areas:

• Health: Preventive programmes and wellness initiatives
• Education: Free enterprise education, science, technology, and ethics
• Youth Mentoring: Programmes assisting disadvantaged youth
• Self-Sufficiency: Initiatives helping people become independent

Geographic Focus

The foundation primarily supports organisations and programmes serving Colorado communities, with a particular emphasis on the Denver metropolitan area.

Governance and Leadership

Key Personnel

• Chairman: Peter H. Coors
• CEO/Secretary: Carrie Coors Tynan

The foundation maintains its connection to the Coors family legacy whilst focusing on contemporary Colorado needs. According to the foundation's messaging, "Colorado remains a land of opportunity for those who want to roll up their sleeves and work for it."

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

Organisations can apply for grants through the foundation's online portal at https://grants.coorsfoundation.org. The system distinguishes between:

• Returning organisations (with existing accounts)
• First-time applicants (who must create new accounts)

Organisations new to the foundation should click the "Our organisation has never applied before" link on the portal to begin the application process.

Pre-Application Support

For questions about the application process or eligibility, organisations can contact the foundation directly at 303.388.1636.

Application Success Factors

Based on the foundation's stated mission and priorities, successful applications likely demonstrate:

• Clear alignment with one or more of the four core focus areas
• Strong Colorado connections and community impact
• Programmes that promote self-sufficiency and opportunity
• Evidence of sustainable, long-term benefits to Colorado residents
• Alignment with the foundation's emphasis on helping those "who still need a helping hand"

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

• Focus proposals on direct Colorado impact, particularly in the four priority areas
• Emphasise how your programme promotes self-sufficiency and creates opportunities
• Demonstrate clear, measurable outcomes that align with preventive and sustainable solutions
• Highlight connections to Colorado communities and local partnerships
• Consider contacting the foundation directly for guidance before applying if you're a first-time applicant
• Access the online grant portal to review specific requirements and guidelines

References

• Adolph Coors Foundation Official Website (https://www.coorsfoundation.org) - Accessed December 2024
• Adolph Coors Foundation Grant Portal (https://grants.coorsfoundation.org) - Accessed December 2024
• ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Adolph Coors Foundation Profile (https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/510172279) - Accessed December 2024
• GuideStar Profile for Adolph Coors Foundation (https://www.guidestar.org/profile/51-0172279) - Accessed December 2024