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the opportunity
to thrive.

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All Coloradans should have fair and equal opportunities to lead healthy, productive lives.
The Colorado Trust partners with organizations across the state that are working to make positive changes for people and communities. We provide funding and other resources to help every person in Colorado have the opportunity to lead a long and healthy life.
Current Initiatives

Community Resilience Initiatives
These funding opportunities address The Colorado Trust’s strategic plan focus areas of food, housing, and mental and behavioral health.

Program-related Investments
Since 2015, The Colorado Trust has used program-related investments (PRIs) as a tool to advance its mission and deepen its impact across Colorado.

Colorado Equity Compass
Thriving communities empowered by their data and stories.
A Better Future for Colorado's Communities

Qualistar ‘Paved the Way’ for Child Care Rating System in Colorado
The Colorado Trust invested in a nonprofit system to improve early childhood education through a rating system, and it is now run by the state.
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