The Denver Foundation's Technical Assistance (TA) Fund offers developmental support to qualified nonprofits, enabling them to enhance their effectiveness and foster change and growth. This fund aligns with the Foundation's mission by providing ongoing assistance beyond initial grants, recognizing the critical need for continued skill-building and information. The overarching goal is to strengthen nonprofit organizations serving the Metro Denver region, ensuring they can more effectively deliver on their missions.
The TA Fund targets 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or those with a fiscal sponsor that have previously received a grant from The Denver Foundation within the last three years. The primary beneficiaries are people residing in the seven-county Metro Denver region, as the work of eligible organizations must serve this population. The impact goal is to build the capacity of these organizations, equipping staff, constituents, and board members with new skills and knowledge to drive organizational development and improve service delivery.
The program prioritizes activities that involve active participation from staff, constituents, and board members, emphasizing a collaborative approach to capacity building. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in terms of quantifiable outcomes for beneficiaries, the focus is on organizational change and growth through skill development and information acquisition. The average grant size of $2,500 – $3,000, within a range of $500 – $6,000, indicates a strategic investment in targeted, manageable projects aimed at fostering incremental yet impactful improvements within the recipient organizations.
The Denver Foundation's strategic priority, as evidenced by this fund, is rooted in a theory of change that posits that by investing in the organizational health and capabilities of its grantees, it can amplify their impact on the community. By offering technical assistance for capacity building, the Foundation aims to create more resilient, effective, and sustainable nonprofits, which in turn leads to improved services and outcomes for the people they serve in the Metro Denver area. This approach underscores a commitment to long-term community development through empowered local organizations.
