Sun Foundation

Global Down Syndrome Foundation

Denver, CO

To significantly improve the lives of people with down syndrome through research, medical care, education and advocacy. An important part of this mission is to support the global affiliate organizations that we helped establish and continue to fundraise for. Global and our affiliates work together to elongate life and dramatically improve health outcomes to ensure people with the condition can reach their true potential. Global affiliates include: crnic institute for down syndrome, alzheimer's & cognition center, sie center for down syndrome, and global adult clinic. Another important part of our mission is to engage in government advocacy that leads to transformative increases in government funding for down syndrome research and medical care which in turn will create a pipeline of young talent dedicated to this population. Because of global's work, scientists are developing better methods to understand how the triplication leads to a much higher incidence of certain diseases (for exam

Morton H Meyerson Family Foundation

Dallas, TX

The foundation supports college scholarships for students facing financial need or adversity, along with selected charitable, medical, and general-support purposes. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $778,457, with a median of $11,000; nearly all grant dollars went to Texas, and it gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Nina & James Meyer Family Fdtn

Indianapolis, IN

Developmental Pathways Inc

Aurora, CO

Developmental Pathways funds Colorado organizations that support people with developmental disabilities or delays and their families, including services for housing, independence, early intervention, and advocacy. In 2025, its 45 grants ranged from $5,000 to $2,666,000, with a median of $24,000. The available information does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Banc of California Charitable Foundation

Santa Ana, CA

The foundation funds financial literacy, affordable housing, community service, and economic and community development, primarily in California. Its 2024 grants ranged from $400 to $100,000, with a median of $5,000. The profile lists no deadlines but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Colorado Gives Foundation

Arvada, CO

Colorado Gives Foundation funds nonprofits serving Jefferson County in areas including food security, early care and education, workforce development, housing, health and convenient neighborhoods; it also offers statewide nonprofit capacity-building support. Typical giving varies widely: its 2024 median grant was $17,814, while Thriving Jeffco Responsive Grant awards ranged from $2,500 to $100,000. It accepts applications through listed grant opportunities, but whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.