The Fred and Jean Allegretti Foundation offers grant opportunities to support charitable organizations operating in Colorado, New Mexico, and Southwest Florida. As a private philanthropic entity, the foundation is guided by a mission to enhance the quality of life and uphold the dignity of children, adults, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and animals through support in humanitarian aid, medical treatment, housing, education, and the arts.
The foundation’s grantmaking process begins with the submission of a Letter of Inquiry (LOI), which is mandatory for any organization that has not received funding in the prior 12 months. If the LOI is aligned with the foundation's mission, applicants will be invited to submit a full grant application. This two-stage approach helps ensure that submitted proposals are in line with the foundation’s priorities before advancing to the full review stage.
Grant awards are determined after a review process that occurs between August and September, with funds distributed to awardees in October. A Post-Grant Report is required from grantees, and this report is factored into future funding decisions. This reinforces the foundation's emphasis on accountability and outcome-driven philanthropy.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations based in the United States and serving the designated geographic areas. Organizations must also demonstrate transparent financial practices and legal compliance. Religious organizations, endowments, individuals, and organizations primarily involved in political advocacy or legislative influence are ineligible for funding.
The foundation accepts LOIs from November through May and full applications through July. Applications must be submitted via the foundation’s online portal, which requires setting up an account. Required documentation includes organizational mission and history, program details, financial audits, project budgets, and measurable goals.
To assist with application preparation, the foundation provides a list of required materials and offers a “fax-to-file” feature for applicants who need to convert hard copies into electronic documents. While specific evaluation criteria are not disclosed, the foundation encourages clear articulation of project goals, rationale, impact, and partnerships. Applicants seeking support should ensure that their projects align closely with the foundation’s core values and geographic focus.
Mission alignment and clear articulation of project rationale and impact. Ensure submission completeness.
