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Onward! A Legacy Foundation

Together, we elevate our communities.

Since our creation in 2002 to the present, Onward! has grown from managing $78,000 in assets in one fund to managing over $9.7 million in assets in 170+ different funds, generating an average annual return of 7.5%.

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Our Funds

Onward! A Legacy Foundation manages a variety of funds.

As a donor, you can choose the type of fund that works best for your needs.

Our Mission

A sustainable resource base for the Four Corners' communities.

Provide opportunities to develop and maintain a sustainable resource base that will enhance the quality of life for residents in the Four Corners' communities. Our efforts focus on scholarships, civic beautification, social services, arts & culture, and organization development.

2025 Annual Report
Onward! staff in front of the Onward! A Legacy Foundation banner

For Donors

Is a Community Foundation Fund right for you?

Onward! A Legacy Foundation offers the opportunity for all individuals and groups to generate income for their important causes. Partner with Onward! to:

  1. Simplify philanthropic giving
  2. Avoid the expense and complexity of creating a private foundation or separate non-profit organization
  3. Pool assets for higher yields and lower administrative costs
  4. Utilize a dedicated volunteer board of directors who assures that its investment strategies are prudent and operates in an effective and efficient manner
  5. Employ the insights of the highly experienced professionals on our financial advisory committee to monitor your investments
  6. Support your favorite cause in a variety of ways: through a gift in your will, gift of cash, donation of stock, gift of insurance, or donations of land or other property
See the fund agreements

Since 2002

From $78,000 in one fund to over $9.7 million.

$9.7M+
in assets managed
170+
different funds
7.5%
average annual return
34
non-profits funded in 2024

Dates & news

What's open, and when.

  1. September 1 – October 15

    Onward! Grant Cycle

    Short-term (maximum 1 year) grants ranging from $500 to $5000 are disbursed to grant awardees.

    Grant cycle details

  2. January 1 – April 1

    Scholarship applications

    You can apply for scholarships on January 1st until April 1st.

    See the scholarships

  3. Due September 1

    Onward! Grant Final Report

    All final reports are due September 1.

    Submit a final report

  4. Annual Report

    2025 Annual Report

    Our efforts focus on scholarships, civic beautification, social services, arts & culture, and organization development.

    Read the report (PDF)

Onward! in our community

In our grant awardees' words.

The Board of Directors of SouthWest Colorado Concerts are very appreciative of Onward! A Legacy Foundation for funding these (Brassfire & master class) opportunities for exciting, professional music for the students in our area.
Christine Stramel SouthWest Colorado Concerts, Grant Awardee SouthWest Colorado Concerts
We feel that placing our $150,000 endowment fund with Onward has increased our credibility among community members, especially among the business community, and enhanced ongoing fundraising.
Barbara Stagg Montezuma County Historical Society dba Montezuma Heritage Museum, Grant Awardee Montezuma Heritage Museum
Onward! A Legacy Foundation's financial support played a crucial role in helping our organization navigate the challenges of the past few years and ensured that we could continue providing essential services to people with disabilities in the region. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in these very trying times.
Lisa Branner Community Connections, Inc., Grant Awardee Community Connections, Inc.

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Together we can make a difference in our communities.

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