Collins Foundation Grant

The Collins Foundation, established by William and Ruth Collins, supports charitable, educational, and religious causes in Boulder County, Colorado. With an average grant size between $2,000 and $7,500, the foundation awards 10 to 15 grants annually, totaling around $80,000 in yearly giving. Applications are accepted year-round, with a deadline of November 30 for review at the January grant meeting. Eligible organizations must be public charities under IRC section 501(c)(3) serving Boulder County residents.

About the Collins Foundation
The Collins Foundation was established by William Ray Collins and Ruth E. Collins for charitable, religious and educational purposes and organizations within Boulder County, Colorado. Mr. and Mrs. Collins were residents of Boulder, and they were co-owners of a clothing and shoe store. Mrs. Collins died on May 22, 1978, and Mr. Collins died on June 11, 1981.
Program Areas
Arts, culture and humanitiesEducationEnvironment/animalsHealthHuman servicesReligion
Average grant size: $2,000 to $7,500
Average number of grants per year: 10 to 15Average total giving per year: $80,000
Application Period and Deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by November 30 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting that occurs in January.

Eligibility

Grants are made to charitable organizations operating in or benefitting the residents of Boulder County, Colorado.
Grantees must be qualified as public charities under IRC section 501(c)(3).