Charitable institutions are those that work on well-defined philanthropic goals. One or more of such institutions are present in Colorado Springs. These institution are nonprofit in nature. Since they work for the public benefit, they are exempted from taxes, but this needs paperwork and certification. These foundations may receive all the financial support it needs from a certain individual, family, corporation, or some other single source, in which case it does not appeal for funds from the public. On the other hand, public charity generally receives grants from individuals, government, and private foundations.