Pikes Peak at Sunrise
Grant Making
A private general purpose foundation El Pomar accepts applications from 501(c)3 organizations serving the state of Colorado in the areas of arts and culture, civic and community initiatives, education, health, and human services.
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Penrose House
Available free of charge to 501(c)3 nonprofits and governmental equivalents. Built on the site of the Dixon Apple Orchard, the Penroses' historic home is open for strategic meetings, seminars, and trainings.
meeting space
Featured Programs
PPHS
Pikes Peak Heritage Series was launched in 2015 to increase knowledge of and interest in an important part of the region's economy and quality of life.
ACYPL
Since 1993, El Pomar Foundation has partnered with the American Council of Young Political Leaders, a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3), to host young emerging political leaders from around the world.
Internship
El Pomar’s Internship Program provides a unique summer experience for continuing undergraduate students. Interns receive an introduction to the nonprofit sector and an opportunity to develop professional interests and skills.
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El Pomar's programs are all different, but each was created with the same goal in mind: to support leadership and community development beyond grantmaking.
Recent News
There is a long history behind the Penroses' generous gift...
