United Way of Weld County Grant

United Way of Weld County has announced the grant application period for the 2025–2026 funding cycle, inviting nonprofit organizations throughout Weld County, Colorado to apply. This funding opportunity reflects the organization's ongoing commitment to supporting impactful, community-based initiatives across a wide range of social and developmental priorities. The performance period for this grant is set from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, making it a one-year grant. Applications are due by March 24, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. MST. United Way of Weld County is a longstanding nonprofit entity focused on creating measurable improvements in the community through focused initiatives in education, health, financial stability, and basic needs. Through its collective impact model, the organization promotes sustained collaboration across sectors to address systemic challenges. Applicants must be willing to actively participate as Collective Impact partners, underscoring the funder’s emphasis on multi-stakeholder engagement and shared accountability. The funding opportunity supports initiatives aligned with four priority areas: (1) Reading Great by 8, aimed at early childhood literacy and kindergarten readiness; (2) Thrive by 25, which fosters mentorship and support for youth through high school and into early adulthood; (3) Weld’s Way Home, which focuses on preventing and ending homelessness through stable housing support; and (4) Aging Weld, which promotes well-being and independence among older adults in the community. While the opportunity promotes broad community impact, funding is not guaranteed and awards are competitive. Eligibility requirements are clearly defined. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits in operation for at least six months and in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State. They must also either be accredited by the Better Business Bureau or commit to obtaining accreditation. Applicants must demonstrate a presence within Weld County, have sufficient organizational capacity to carry out the proposed services, and agree to non-discrimination policies encompassing all protected classes. The funder emphasizes the importance of local delivery and proven ability to serve Weld County residents effectively. The application submission process is straightforward, with all applications due electronically by the specified deadline. Although no pre-application stages such as Letters of Intent are required, potential applicants are encouraged to contact Ty Lamm at [email protected] with any questions regarding the application. No formal forms, submission platforms, or technical instructions were specified in the public announcement, though standard grant application materials are expected. This opportunity recurs annually, as inferred from the 2025–2026 performance period and previous public notices. Based on the March 24, 2025 application deadline, the next anticipated cycle would likely open in March 2026. Applicants are advised to monitor communications from United Way of Weld County and plan accordingly for future cycles.