The Walter E. Lipe Charitable Trust provides financial support to organizations focused on alleviating suffering and improving the care and treatment of the sick, disabled, and infirm in Denver, Colorado. Established with the mission to enhance healthcare and human services in the local community, the trust funds nonprofit organizations working to improve medical care, support services, and other related assistance for individuals in need.

Eligible applicants must be tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The trust strictly serves the Denver, Colorado area and does not provide funding for benefit tickets, conferences, or individuals. Applications must be submitted through an online grant application system or an alternative format for applicants using assistive technology.

The trust awards an average of 20 grants per year, with individual grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. The total annual grant funding is approximately $50,000. Applications are accepted year-round, but to be considered for funding in the annual grant meeting, they must be submitted by March 31. Funding decisions are typically communicated by July. Funded organizations may be required to submit periodic progress reports and a final report detailing the impact of the grant.

All applicants receive an automated confirmation email upon submission. The grant is administered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which manages the application review process and fund distribution. This funding opportunity is intended to support healthcare and human service programs that directly benefit individuals in Denver who are sick, disabled, or otherwise in need of specialized care.