Request for Proposals

Strategic Investment Grants

Strategic Investment Grants Overview

Mile High United Way’s Strategic Investment Grant (SIG) opportunity is our flagship grantmaking program investing in eligible nonprofit organizations across the seven-county Metro Denver area. These organizations are an extension of our mission in the community. The goal of this Strategic Investment Grant opportunity is to focus investments on outstanding organizations whose work aligns with our overarching strategy to provide high-quality early childhood education, high-quality out-of-school time programming and access to housing, food, legal services, and tax preparation. Strategic Investment Grants are awarded through a competitive, community-driven process.

Our commitment through this funding opportunity is to address disparities in resources, opportunities, and outcomes for all individuals and communities, particularly those who have been historically marginalized and under-resourced.

The due date to submit financial, overview and demographic information online and to book a Zoom application meeting is April 21, 2023 at 5 p.m. View the Request for Proposals (RPF) to learn more.

Important Dates & Links

March 24, 2023
RFP is Released and Online Application Portal Opens

Access the online application here to upload financial, overview and demographic information.

March 22 - 30, 2023
Application Information Sessions (available online)

Join us to learn more and ask questions about the RFP. Register here!

April 7 - 18, 2023
Application Bootcamp (available online)

Get a masterclass on preparing for your Zoom call. Register here!

April 21, 2023
5:00 p.m. MT
Application Due
  • Upload financial documents, organization overview, and demographic information
  • Select the date and time for your Zoom application call:
April 25 - June 2, 2023
Zoom Application Meetings
June 2023
Selection Process

Final decision by Mile High United Way Board of Trustees Organizations notified as to the status of their application Grant agreements signed

July 2023
Funding Begins

Additional Resources

(FOR REFERENCE ONLY. PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ONLINE AND VIA ZOOM)

Thank You

We continue to be in awe of how our nonprofit partners show up in service to our communities. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to supporting the well-being of children, individuals, and families. We look forward to learning about your work and partnering with you to create better opportunities for all.

For questions, please call our dedicated information line, 303.561.2338, or email mhuwgrants@unitedwaydenver.org.