Optimal Wellness for Older Adults in Colorado

The Denver Foundation invites applications for the Comprecare Fund, a grant opportunity focused on promoting optimal wellness among older adults in Colorado. The Comprecare Fund supports community-based projects that help seniors maintain their health through self-help and lifestyle changes. This grant opportunity emphasizes a broad interpretation of "optimal wellness," encouraging a wide range of proposals that address various aspects of senior wellness. Applicants with a broad reach and significant influence in the field of senior health are particularly encouraged to apply. This funding opportunity was initiated by the Comprecare Foundation, which launched the Elderly Health Promotion Initiative in 1987. This initiative supported community-focused wellness projects for seniors and was recognized for its innovative and collaborative approach. When the Comprecare Foundation closed in 2015, it entrusted The Denver Foundation with $4.3 million to continue its work on aging issues across Colorado. This legacy continues today through the Comprecare Fund, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and evidence-based interventions in improving the lives of older adults. Funding awards range from $7,500 to $20,000. Preference is given to creative and innovative new programs or projects, especially those that involve older adults in their planning and implementation. The fund also prioritizes sustainability, encouraging applicants who can combine funding from multiple sources. Approximately half of the awarded projects are expected to come from rural communities in Colorado. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Government agencies are also eligible if they collaborate with a nonprofit and demonstrate community impact on senior wellness through physical health, nutrition, or chronic condition management. All applicants must be located in or serve populations in Colorado. Funding is not available for projects focused on advocacy, capital campaigns, for-profit entities, planning grants, student scholarships, insurance payments, or medication expenses. To apply, organizations must register on The Denver Foundation’s grant portal and complete an online application. The application period opened on May 1, 2025, and the deadline for submissions is June 16, 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the Grant FAQs for further guidance. For inquiries related to the Comprecare Fund, applicants can contact the foundation via email at [email protected]. The Denver Foundation is located at 1009 Grant Street, Denver, Colorado 80203, and can also be reached by phone at 303.300.1790.