The Denver Foundation invites applications to the Wanser Fund, which was established in 2013 to support programs and activities that focus on animal health. The foundation is a private philanthropic organization based in Denver, Colorado, committed to strengthening the community through strategic charitable investments.
The Wanser Fund aims to advance animal health by funding nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with this mission. Grants are intended to support initiatives that directly improve the wellbeing of animals, including medical treatment, care, and other health-related services.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Additionally, organizations must be located within the Denver Metro area. Applications from outside this region or from organizations without nonprofit status or a fiscal sponsor will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted through The Denver Foundation’s online portal, and registration on the portal is required before applying. The application window opens on June 2, 2025, and closes on July 15, 2025. No pre-application or letter of intent deadlines are noted in the source.
The fund offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $7,000. While the total funding pool and number of awards are not disclosed, the grant does not require matching funds from applicants. Grant awards from past years do not guarantee future funding, but the fund is offered on a recurring basis.
For questions about the grant process, applicants can contact the foundation via email at Wanser@denverfoundation.org or by phone at 303.300.1790.
Applicants are advised to register on The Denver Foundation’s grant portal before applying.
