Making the Numbers Work
As a private foundation, Buell offers financial support to diverse charitable organizations. We seek to act as a catalyst for change within our mission by building a sustainable investment portfolio.
Growing Investments, Expanding Impact
Investments that build our community
Partnerships: At the Core of Our Success & Growth
The vision that Temple Buell had in purchasing and developing the land that would become the Cherry Creek Shopping Center laid the groundwork for his success and eventual philanthropic endeavors. Three decades ago, the influence and stewardship Dan Ritchie brought to the Foundation marked a key partnership in our unfolding story. Under his guidance, we focused our mission and expanded our reach on behalf of Colorado’s children, families, and communities. And now, our newest venture in working with East West Partners and Simon to develop Cherry Creek West on the land Mr. Buell purchased a century ago marks another pivotal partnership and milestone in our history.
News
Stay informed with updates about what’s happening at the Buell Foundation.
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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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Welcome Marion Batayte, Director of Programs
The Buell Foundation is pleased to welcome Marion Batayte as our new Director of Programs. Among numerous other responsibilities in this role, Marion will provide leadership and oversight across the Foundation’s responsive grantmaking, grants management, and evaluation functions. Marion has served the early childhood community in Colorado for more than 20 years. Most recently, she […]
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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 […]
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.""
