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Colorado Community Development Grants

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Denver Reparations Fund
$7,500
The Denver Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 14, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Colorado-based nonprofit organizations focused on addressing the historical and ongoing impacts of slavery and segregation on African American communities, promoting economic strength, cultural preservation, and systemic change.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Colorado AAPI Circle Fund
$4,000
The Denver Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Colorado that serve and advocate for Asian, Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities, aiming to enhance resources, representation, and civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Capital Grants
Contact for amount
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 10, 2025

Date Added

Aug 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports small arts and culture organizations in Denver with capital projects that enhance community access and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Arts
Nonprofits
2025-2026 Forest Restoration & Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant Program
$7,040,000
Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2025

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to community groups and local governments in Colorado to reduce wildfire risks and promote forest health through various restoration and mitigation projects.

Natural Resources
County governments
Local Match Program (LOMA) - Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
$10,000,000
Colorado Department of Local Affairs (CDOLA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Colorado local governments and tribes to help cover the non-federal matching requirements for federal infrastructure projects, enabling them to access significant funding for improvements in transportation, energy, water systems, and broadband.

Infrastructure
County governments
Land Acquisition
$3,000,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2025

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado municipalities, conservation organizations, and state entities in acquiring land or conservation easements to protect natural resources, wildlife habitats, and enhance outdoor recreation access.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Regional Partnerships Initiative
$2,500,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 20, 2025

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments, nonprofits, and other organizations in Colorado to create and strengthen partnerships that promote sustainable outdoor recreation and conservation efforts across the state.

Environment
Nonprofits
Non-Motorized Trails Grants
$250,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2025

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations in Colorado for projects that create, maintain, and enhance non-motorized trails, promoting public access and environmental stewardship.

Recreation
State governments
Multimodal Transportation and Mitigation Options Fund (MMOF)
Contact for amount
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to enhance multimodal transportation options across Colorado, targeting local governments and organizations to improve mobility for diverse communities, including the elderly, rural areas, and individuals with disabilities.

Transportation
State governments
Planning and Capacity
Contact for amount
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2025

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado-based organizations in developing innovative projects that enhance natural resource conservation, outdoor recreation, and community engagement, with a focus on equity and climate resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
Public Building Electrification Grant
$10,000,000
Colorado Energy Office (CEO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides financial support to public institutions in Colorado for upgrading their buildings to energy-efficient electric systems, particularly in communities that are disproportionately impacted or low-income.

Energy
State governments
Safe Routes to School
$7,000,000
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools, local governments, and nonprofit organizations in Colorado to improve safe walking and biking routes for students commuting to school.

Transportation
State governments
Wildfire Mitigation Outreach Grant Program
$300,000
Colorado State Forest Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and Tribal agencies in Colorado to promote wildfire preparedness and mitigation education in high-risk areas.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI)
$100,000
Colorado Department of Local Affairs (CDOLA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports rural Colorado communities in creating jobs and fostering economic growth through projects like infrastructure improvements, workforce development, and entrepreneurial support.

Community Development
City or township governments
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)Β 
Contact for amount
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible entities for projects that improve pedestrian and bicycle facilities, enhance community quality of life, and promote environmentally sustainable transportation alternatives.

Transportation
City or township governments
Local Government Electric Vehicle Readiness Planning Grants
Contact for amount
Colorado Energy Office (CEO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments in Colorado to develop plans for electric vehicle infrastructure, promoting climate action and clean transportation initiatives.

Energy
City or township governments
Community Development Block Grant
$600,000
Colorado Department of Local Affairs (CDOLA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small towns and counties in Colorado for essential public infrastructure and community development projects that benefit low- to moderate-income residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
Community Accelerated Mobility Project (CAMP)
$1,500,000
Colorado Energy Office (CEO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in Colorado to develop and implement electric mobility solutions that address unique transportation needs and promote equitable access to clean transportation options.

Transportation
City or township governments
Community Impact
$2,000,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to Colorado cities, towns, and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve outdoor access and enhance community well-being through the development and maintenance of parks, trails, and natural areas.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Access to Electric Bicycles Grant Program
$160,000
Colorado Energy Office (CEO)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 22, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations in Colorado to create electric bicycle initiatives for individuals earning less than 80% of the Area Median Income, focusing on improving transportation access and reducing emissions in underserved communities.

Transportation
City or township governments