The 2024 Onward! A Legacy Foundation Grant is now accepting applications for its annual funding cycle. This grant supports nonprofit organizations and projects serving the Southwest Colorado region, specifically in Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan counties. The foundation focuses on initiatives that enhance the social, emotional, or physical well-being of the community, including youth programs, diversity efforts, economic development, civic beautification, arts and culture, and leadership development.
Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status operating within the specified counties. Applicants should have a clear organizational structure with governance such as a board of directors and demonstrate accountability. Proposals must include well-defined goals and a plan to measure the success of the funded activities.
Grants range from $500 to $3,000 and are awarded for projects lasting up to one year. These funds aim to support short-term initiatives that address specific community needs within Southwest Colorado. The foundation values projects that contribute positively to the diverse population it serves.
Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that align with Onward! A Legacy Foundation’s mission of fostering philanthropic growth in the region. The foundation has a long history of supporting local nonprofits through investment funds that generate income for ongoing community efforts.
The deadline for submitting applications is October 15, 2024. Interested organizations should review all eligibility requirements and prepare detailed proposals outlining their project goals and evaluation methods.
For more information about this grant opportunity or to apply, visit the Onward! A Legacy Foundation website at onwardfoundation.org/Site/?page_id=430.
