Investing in Denver’s Future Graduates: Partner with Us
It’s no secret that nonprofits operate with limited resources and small budgets. Prosperity Denver Fund is funding scholarship organizations serving Denver students.
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Expanding Access to Postsecondary Education
Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”
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Prosperity Denver Fund: Making college affordable for Denver students
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Thank you, Denver!
In May 2023, Denver City Council approved changes to the ordinance that defines Prosperity Denver Fund’s funding priorities. These revisions are designed to reach more students, especially those most negatively impacted by the pandemic, more quickly, meet emerging needs and make the program more efficient.
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What is Prosperity Denver Fund?

What is Prosperity Denver Fund?

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Resources for nonprofits

Resources for nonprofits

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Resources for students

Resources for students

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6 Things to Know Before Applying to be a Supported Organization
The organizations that receive reimbursement from Prosperity Denver Fund (PDF) are what we call “Supported Organizations.” Your organization can apply for eligibility any time.
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How Nonprofits Benefit from the Fund
It’s no secret that nonprofits operate with limited resources and small budgets. Prosperity Denver Fund is funding scholarship organizations serving Denver students.
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Expanding Access to Postsecondary Education
Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”
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Become a Supported Organization

Apply for Eligibility

Learn more about PDF's process and requirements to become a Supported Organization.
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What is Prosperity Denver Fund?

Investing in a Prosperous Denver

Twice a year, PDF distributes millions of dollars to nonprofits that provide scholarships for Denver students.
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Meetings and Events

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Prosperity Denver Fund - scholarship reimbursement for Denver nonprofits

Investing in a Prosperous Denver

Scholarship Reimbursement for Denver Nonprofits

Prosperity Denver Fund (PDF) contributes to a successful Denver economy by increasing access to post-secondary education. Twice a year, PDF distributes millions of dollars to nonprofits that provide scholarships to Denver students. With up to 75% of qualifying costs reimbursed, these nonprofits are able to grant additional scholarships, expanding their impact and promoting a more equitable, prosperous Denver.

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Featured Supported Organization

Prosperity Denver Fund provides scholarship reimbursement to Denver nonprofits (not scholarships directly to students). The education nonprofits that receive funding from PDF are what we call Supported Organizations.

Prosperity Denver Fund Supported Organization LAEF
Matxalen - Scholarship Recipient
Business Administration Student at CSU

Latin American Education Foundation (LAEF)

The Latin American Educational Foundation (LAEF) provides access to higher education for Hispanics and Latinos in Colorado. Since 1949, our mission has never wavered. Our goal is to eliminate the barriers Hispanic and Latino students encounter in attaining their college degree. LAEF offers a one-stop center for information and guidance in navigating the college-going process. We provide a variety of services and programs to students and their families, including direct scholarship support. Every year LAEF awards more than 100 scholarships. LAEF scholars have gone on to thrive in their education and beyond, contributing to prosperous communities.

PDF Reimbursement Process

Learn how your organization can receive scholarship reimbursement from PDF.

Serve Denver Students

PDF offers reimbursement to organizations that provide post-secondary scholarships to Denver students. If your organization also provides support services, you may be eligible for reimbursement for those services as well.

Apply for Eligibility

Complete an eligibility application to tell PDF about the valuable services your organization provides. Make sure you meet all the requirements, such as supporting Denver students and holding nonprofit status.

Request Reimbursement

Once your organization is deemed eligible, request reimbursement for your qualifying costs, including post-secondary education scholarships and cost of support services. Your organization could be reimbursed for up to 75% of qualifying expenses.

Provide More Scholarships

With up to 75% of your costs reimbursed, your organization can increase its capacity for impact. Ramp up marketing efforts to reach more students, apply again, and get even more fiscal support.

Recent News

Community Newsletter (March 2024)

The spring distribution cycle for our Collegiate Reimbursement Program is in full swing with the deadline for reimbursement submissions on April 5th. Pilots for both our High School Support Services

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Community Newsletter (January 2024)

As a result of eligibility expanding ordinance changes, implementation of new technology developments, and the mission driven work of our partner scholarship providers who spend countless hours serving Denver youth,

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