The Edward Madigan Foundation offers annual grants to support nonprofit organizations that align with its mission to encourage and promote a strong work ethic and traditional moral values. The foundation places a particular emphasis on scientific research, education, and youth development, especially for at-risk inner-city youth where initiative and work ethic can be cultivated. The foundation also funds efforts in health, human services, and religion.

Organizations interested in applying must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Fiscal sponsorship arrangements are not eligible, and the foundation does not provide funding to individuals, benefit tickets, or conferences. All applications must be submitted through the online application system, with an accessible alternative provided for assistive technology users.

Although applications are accepted throughout the year, only those submitted by April 1 will be considered at the foundation’s annual grant meeting in June. Applicants will receive an automatic confirmation email upon submission. Final grant decisions are communicated around June. Funded organizations may be required to submit periodic progress and final reports documenting project outcomes and use of funds.

The foundation serves the state of Colorado exclusively and awards approximately 10 to 15 grants annually. Grant sizes typically range from $5,000 to $10,000, and the foundation's total giving averages around $70,000 per year. The foundation is administered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which acts as the trustee.

All applications must adhere to the foundation's stated guidelines and limitations, and proposals that demonstrate alignment with the mission, especially programs for youth and values-based initiatives, are most likely to be considered for funding.