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Big Bets

Scalable Solutions for Complex Challenges

We invest in community-driven solutions tackling some of America’s most complex challenges through innovations that have the power to scale.

At the Daniels Fund, we believe in going big on issues that matter most. Inspired by Bill Daniels’ entrepreneurial spirit and deep compassion for others, we are investing in bold, scalable solutions that create lasting change in the communities we serve.

These Big Bets reflect our commitment to strategies that work. They have the power to improve countless lives across Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, and beyond. By making these investments in our four-state region, we aim to show what is possible and influence American life in ways that create opportunity, foster integrity, and strengthen communities.

We are restoring civics knowledge, expanding educational choice, opening access to youth sports, addressing homelessness and addiction, and equipping more people with the skills to apply principles-based ethics in real life. Each effort is designed to unlock potential and inspire positive change that lasts for generations.

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Our Commitment to
Making a Difference by 2030

Restoring Civic Knowledge

Educate 1 million young Americans in the rights, responsibilities, and values of and civic knowledge

A thriving democracy depends on informed citizens. We are helping young people gain the knowledge and character to lead and engage in civic life.

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Expanding Education Choice

Create 100,000 new choice seats to give families more options for a quality education

We believe parents should be able to choose the best learning environment for their children. Expanding choice empowers families and helps more students succeed.

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Expanding Access to Youth Sports

Give 1 million youth access to participate in sports

Youth sports build more than athletic skill. They teach discipline, teamwork, confidence, and resilience—life skills that shape future success.

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Addressing Homelessness & Addiction

Cut homelessness in Aurora, Colorado by 50 percent through work-first solutions

We support programs that help people overcome addiction and homelessness with dignity, purpose, and a path to long-term stability.

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Empowering Leaders to Apply Ethics

Challenge 15,000 emerging leaders to apply principle-based ethics

Ethical leadership matters. We are shaping leaders who earn trust, cultivate strong organizational cultures, and strengthen the free market system.

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