Constellation Philanthropy’s main vehicle for presenting opportunities to members is the Investment Forum, a half-day pitch and Q&A session that happens 3 times per year. Each member maintains complete decision-making control over their philanthropic dollars, investing only in the opportunities that spark their interest.

Investment Pipeline

Round 1: 15 - 20 opportunities
Round 2: 6 -8 opportunities
The Pitch: 3 opportunities

For opportunities to secure a pitch spot at our Investment Forums, the first step is for an organization that works with the pre-natal to age five population in Colorado to submit an idea tied to a funding request. Constellation Philanthropy staff will review the proposals and present to the member-comprised Investment Committee, who will then select 6 – 8 proposals to move forward.

Proposals best suited for success:
• Geared towards early childhood and related to the Colorado Early Childhood Framework focus areas of family support, health & well-being, or learning & development.
• Clearly demonstrate a “why” – what is the prevalence of your problem within the early childhood system and why is your project an appropriate solution?
• Focused on low-income populations throughout Denver Metro, although we consider proposals throughout Colorado based on a clearly demonstrated need.
• Typically, project-based, highlighting an innovation or filling a critical gap area.
• An opportunity for catalytic investment, either first dollar in or piloting a new concept.
• In the range of $50,000 - $175,000 for one year. We have done multiple year funding as well.

Please complete the form below prior to May 31, 2019 to submit your Letter of Interest for consideration for Constellation Philanthropy's.