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Early Childhood Development Grants is sponsored by Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation. Funding for programs that benefit children from birth to age five. This includes general operating support, specific program support, and support for licensed child care centers. The foundation prioritizes systemic change, quality improvement, and equity in early childhood development.
Geographic focus: Colorado
Focus areas: Early Childhood Development, Child Care, General Operating Support
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In the last five years... Awarded Outside Metro Denver Founded by Temple Hoyne Buell Enduring Commitment to Giving The charge of Temple Buell to the trustees of the Buell Foundation was clear : meet a pressing need of the day. We have supported Colorado communities continuously since the early 1960s.
Beginning in 1996, the Foundation committed to meeting today’s pressing needs through investment in the early childhood field. The trustees knew that by starting early, young children would have the greatest chance to thrive. Today, the Foundation continues its early childhood focus and seeks deeper, more impactful investments with the goal of improving the lives of generations to come.
We have three grant cycles per year: deadlines are in mid-January and the first business day of May and September. Learn How to Apply Contact Us Learn about the important work of our partners in Colorado’s early childhood communities.
The Colorado Fatherhood Network The Vital Role Fathers Play in Children’s Lives "Buell's funding has empowered us to facilitate meaningful conversations and implement innovative strategies that have resulted in improved outcomes for fathers, children, and families.""
Early Childhood Council of Larimer County The Indispensable Role and Impact of One of Colorado’s Early Childhood Councils "We often call on our program officers to discuss emerging issues, put our heads together on next steps, and utilize each other’s expertise ... Buell is doing it right when it comes to philanthropy.""
Early Childhood Resources Our online resource library contains a range of information relevant to partners and grantees across topics within the Colorado early childhood system, workforce, and general education & development interests. Lodging Taxes In Colorado: A Tool for Community Investment We are pleased to release Lodging Taxes In Colorado: A Tool for Community Investment.
This toolkit is designed to serve as a guide for elected leaders and local advocates as they seek to utilize HB25-1247. Investing in Colorado’s youngest children isn’t charity—it is basic infrastructure and provides a strong return on investment.
Philanthropy alone won’t […] 2024 Local Ballot Measure After-Action Review: Reflections from Grand County, La Plata County, and the City of Montrose on their Lodging Tax Success According to a 2024 Council for a Strong America report, in Colorado, 64% of families with children ages five and under have all available parents in the workforce.
And families with an infant and a four-year-old are paying on average 38% of their household income on child care. Our care system is currently too costly […] Early Childhood Connect: Updates to Federal Changes and Impacts Diverse backgrounds and richness of experience are essential to the Buell Foundation’s enduring grantmaking. Stay informed with updates about what’s happening at the Buell Foundation.
Buell Foundation Announces 2026 Fellows for Early Childhood Leadership Program The Buell Foundation announced in a press release the new Cohort 15 of the Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program (BECLP), welcoming 20 fellows selected through a highly competitive statewide process.
Beginning in March 2026, the nine-month leadership fellowship convenes leaders from education, public systems, health, philanthropy, and community-based organizations to strengthen leadership capacity, enhance systems-change […] The Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program Is Back We are excited to announce the relaunch of our legacy leadership program, the Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program (BECLP).
Careful planning, consideration, and attention have been dedicated to this curriculum and relaunch to ensure that the next iteration will continue to be transformative and impactful for program participants. Through the program, fellows will engage in […] Buell Foundation Partners with DOLA to Fully Fund New Child Care Planning Grant Program In a press release distributed Nov.
20, 2025, the Buell Foundation has announced that it’s partnered with the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) to fully fund a new child care planning grant program, marking the first time the program has granted funds to municipalities and counties across the state. This collaboration seeks to strengthen […] Invest in Colorado's Future It is in children’s interest. It is in our interest.
It is nothing less than our future.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Colorado-based 501(c)(3) public charities. Licensed child care centers must have at least 15% low-income enrollment. Organizations must have fewer than 9 months of operating reserves. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 - $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Early Childhood Development Grants accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
Early Childhood Development Grants is funded by Temple Hoyne Buell Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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