Community Grants

The Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) offers its annual Community Grants program to support nonprofit organizations working across a seven-county region in western Colorado. For the 2025 grant cycle, the foundation has identified a specific focus on assisting organizations that have been directly impacted by recent changes at the federal level. This includes nonprofits serving vulnerable populations and those needing support for tangible projects that can strengthen their organizational resilience in the face of funding shortfalls or policy shifts. The total funding pool for the 2025 Community Grants is approximately $100,000. Grants are reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis during the open application period, which runs from May 5 through October 3, 2025. Applications are encouraged early in the cycle as funding may be depleted before the final deadline. Organizations must be located within the WCCF’s service area, which spans seven counties in western Colorado. While specific eligibility criteria and documentation requirements are not publicly detailed, WCCF has a history of supporting a diverse range of nonprofit initiatives that align with its annual funding theme. For 2025, the emphasis is on strengthening nonprofits that are experiencing direct effects from federal changes and serve high-need populations. WCCF acknowledges that it cannot cover large budget gaps but seeks to provide meaningful support for actionable and project-based funding requests. Organizations should prepare a concise application that explains their need, proposed project, and alignment with the 2025 grant theme. Questions can be directed to the foundation via their standard contact channels. More details are typically provided through the foundation’s online application portal.

Apply early due to rolling review. Emphasize local impact and direct federal-level consequences. Keep requests project-focused rather than for general operating costs.