Investing in Colorado’s Future
The Buell Foundation partners with hundreds of organizations across Colorado to support early childhood in our communities. Through our grantmaking, we play a vital role in shaping policies and practices that support the healthy development of Colorado’s youngest generation.
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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. Â
Apply for Grants
We have three grant cycles per year: deadlines are in mid-January and the first business day of May and September.
Grantee Spotlight
Learn about the important work of our partners in Colorado’s early childhood communities.
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The Colorado Fatherhood NetworkThe 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.""
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Early Childhood Council of Larimer CountyThe 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.
Get to Know Our Trustees
Diverse backgrounds and richness of experience are essential to the Buell Foundation’s enduring grantmaking.
News
Stay informed with updates about what’s happening at the Buell Foundation.
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Buell Foundation Partners with CEI on ECE Workforce Pathways Report
Colorado’s early childhood education (ECE) workforce is at an important moment of change—and the opportunity to redesign the systems and structures that support it is well within reach. The Buell Foundation has partnered with Colorado Education Initiative (CEI) as Colorado’s PK-12 intermediary to take a comprehensive look at how ECE career pathways are designed, delivered, […]
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Investing in the People Who Care for Colorado’s Kids
Jason Callegari, Director of Initiatives, shares his insights in a guest blog post that details lessons learned from CIRCLE continuation funding. Find the Early Milestones Colorado blog post here: Investing in the People Who Care for Colorado’s Kids. Background: In response to the impacts of COVID-19 on child care, in 2021 the Colorado legislature created […]
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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 […]
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Invest in Colorado's Future
It is in children’s interest. It is in our interest. It is nothing less than our future.