Discretionary Grants
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
April 1, 2027
358 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Discretionary Grants
Funder: Colorado Lawyer Trust Account Foundation (COLTAF)
Geographic Scope: Colorado
Funding Priorities: COLTAF's discretionary grants support programs that:
Focus Areas:
Funding Structure:
COLTAF distributes approximately 20% of available grant funds through competitive discretionary and pro bono grant programs. Generally, 80% of grant funds go to Colorado Legal Services (the state's primary civil legal aid provider).
Recent Award Distribution (2024-2025):
Eligibility:
Contact: Jessie Clark-Daugherty, Associate Director
Website: coltaf.org
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Initial Contact: Contact COLTAF staff before applying (recommended first step)
2. Access Application Portal: Submit applications through COLTAF's online grant portal at coltaf.org
3. Application Requirements:
- Complete online application form
- Current grantees must upload completed 2025 grant report as attachment
- Organizations applying for both discretionary and pro bono funding must submit separate applications for each grant type
4. Optional Q&A Sessions: Attend "Ask Us Anything" Zoom sessions to:
- Clarify eligibility requirements
- Learn more about funding priorities
- Ask questions about application process
- Better understand reporting expectations
- Connect directly with COLTAF staff
- Grant application form (submitted through online portal)
- 2025 grant report (for current grantees, as attachment)
- Separate applications if applying for both discretionary and pro bono funding
Required Materials
- Jessie Clark-Daugherty, Associate Director (general questions)
- Emily Tow (Q&A session registration)
- Email: info@coltaf.org
- Phone: 1.555.555.555
Contact Information
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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