When you bring people together through learning and creativity, You remind us what matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our main focus is to improve access to quality education, the arts, and outdoor experiences for all, guided by a strong commitment to equity, empathy, and collective responsibility. At The Sterling Hope Foundation, we work to remove barriers so that everyone regardless of background or circumstance—can benefit from these essential opportunities.

We believe empathy fosters deeper understanding and strive to support organizations that act with compassion to uplift others and strengthen communities. By promoting shared responsibility, we aim to foster enduring change through collective action.

See below for commonly asked questions related to our grant process.

  • We only accept applications by mail . Click here to download the application.

  • You will receive a letter from the Sterling Hope Foundation acknowledging receipt of your application.

  • Yes, after the Board meets to review that period's pool of applicants.

  • Typically there is a limit of one application per year. A final report for previously awarded grants is required before a new request will be considered.

  • Grant applications are reviewed throughout the year. Grants reviewed by August 31 are typically awarded in November. 

  • No. Sterling Hope Foundation grants are typically determined by the scope of the project. 

  • Preference is given to organizations serving the Rural Foothills of the Denver, Colorado Metropolitan Area and Southern Arizona.

  • Yes

  • Our focus is on three categories with an educational focus on each category:

    • education

    • art

    • access to outdoor experiences

  • The Foundation does not review requests from:

    • religious organizations for religious purposes

    • individuals

    • political entities

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