Colorado Environment Grants

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations and community initiatives in Westminster, Colorado, to support projects that enhance community well-being, promote environmental conservation, and empower youth.

This program provides funding to local government agencies and organizations in Colorado to upgrade or replace pump-out stations for recreational motorboats, helping to protect water quality and aquatic wildlife.

Through this Letter of interest(LOI) process, Belonging Colorado is seeking community-based organizations, local governments, and other community-focused entities to participate in the inaugural cohort of Belonging Colorado partners. Donor Name: The Denver Foundation State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Belonging Colorado is a timely effort to bring together Coloradans across lines of difference. The goal is to foster greater belonging across state so all can thrive. They seek to invest in good ideas for building connections among people of different races, religions, ethnic groups, socioeconomic statuses, ages, and more. The state is not immune to the trends of social division and disconnection affecting nation as a whole. At a time of intense social, economic, and environmental challenges, Coloradans must work effectively across differences to support state’s long-term health, resilience, and well-being. Funding Information $15,000 planning grant. Opportunity for $50,000- 250,000 implementation grant. Eligibility Criteria  Your work must connect with the missions or purpose of the fund. Your organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, governmental entity, or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Your organizations must do work in Colorado. You must have strong, trusted relationships with others working in your community and a track record of supporting community-driven work. You must commit to modeling the work by working collaboratively with individuals and organizations that are different from you. Selection Criteria  In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements above, applicants will be selected based on their:  Commitment to building connections across difference Proposed program’s alignment, feasibility, creativity, and potential for impact Experience engaging with groups and individuals with differing views, backgrounds, and lived experiences Willingness to receive feedback and iterate on their idea Commitment to participating fully in the Community of Practice, including consistent attendance and active engagement during trainings, as well as clear intention to submit a proposal to implement your program throughout 2025 and 2026 For more information, visit The Denver Foundation.

This grant provides funding for a variety of entities, including governments, educational institutions, and farmers, to research and demonstrate the integration of solar energy systems with agricultural practices in Colorado.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in El Paso and Teller Counties, Colorado, to promote healthy environments through initiatives that enhance physical activity, improve access to nutritious food, and support affordable housing solutions.

The Boulder County is now accepting applications for its Strategic Fuels Mitigation Grant Program. Donor Name: Boulder County State: Colorado County: Boulder County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/06/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Strategic Fuels Mitigation Grant Program (SFMG) is funded by the county’s voter-approved wildfire mitigation sales and use tax, which went into effect in 2023. It provides cost-share funding through competitive grants to leverage other federal, state, and local funding sources. The purpose of these funds is to support large landscape and community-wide forest and grassland management projects to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire, protect water supplies, and promote resilient ecosystems. Funding Information There is a $2.4 million budget for 2024, distributed over 2 cycles. Of this amount, planning grants will be capped at $250,000. The county will fund up to five (5) planning proposals annually, at a maximum of $50,000 each. What Can Funding Be Used For? Forest Fuels Mitigation Grants: Creation or maintenance of fuel breaks Fuels reduction by various appropriate methods, including mechanical thinning, prescribed fire, and others, designed to protect water supplies and/or reduce potential fire intensity Removal of saleable woody materials with specific utilization plans The removal/disposal of slash and non-merchantable materials using methods such as chipping, mulching, grinding, pile burning, broadcast burning or mechanical removal Cross-boundary projects that may include private, local government, and federal lands Grassland Fuels Mitigation Grants: Fuels reduction by various appropriate methods including mowing, grazing, or prescribed fire Mitigation on private lands as a multi-homeowner project (e.g., community/HOA common areas, privately owned green spaces/beltways) Local government open space management projects with the objectives of mitigating wildfire risks Ditch fuels reduction projects Cross-boundary projects that may include private, local government, and federal lands Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPPs): Updates to existing plans or development of new plans. Eligibility Criteria  The following organizations may apply: Local government entities in Boulder County Private utilities, ditch companies, and water providers State agencies that own or manage land in Boulder County Homeowners Associations Non-profit organizations In addition, applicants must: Be able to function as the fiscal agent and have legal authority to administer and/or implement treatments in the proposed project area(s). Confirm that participating landowner(s) agree to the project’s scope of work and grant’s reporting and monitoring requirements. For more information, visit Boulder County.

The City of Fort Collins and the Department of Neighborhood Services seek to promote positive neighboring activities and community improvements by providing financial assistance through neighborhood grants. Donor Name: City of Fort Collins State: Colorado City: Fort Collins Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/26/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: These grants are intended to encourage community resiliency by fulfilling needs identified by neighbors using solutions developed by neighbors. The projects funded by neighborhood grants reflect the City’s dedication to bring people together, to serve underrepresented communities, and to encourage sustainable choices. Types of Projects Many different types of projects can be awarded funding, ranging from cleanup events to community gardens to sustainable block parties and more! Neighborhood Services encourages creative ideas to help make your neighborhoods better and to encourage connections between neighbors. Funding Information Around $150-$1000. Eligibility Criteria Residents, residents associations, homeowners associations, and nonprofits within Fort Collins city boundaries are all eligible to apply. For more information, visit City of Fort Collins.

The City of Englewood is seeking applications for its Sustainability Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Englewood State: Colorado City: Englewood Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Englewood defines sustainability as a city that stewards its resources for the benefit of current and future generations. The sustainability grants are intended to further sustainability through projects that will have lasting impacts in the City of Englewood. Funding Available and Project Types Community groups, businesses, or individuals can apply for up to $1,000 for their Englewood-based sustainability project. The most successful projects will engage community members in sustainability work, implement sustainable practices to areas most in-need, and will encompass one or more of the following sustainability sub-sections: Air Quality: Improve public health outcomes through better air quality Built Environment and Infrastructure: Infrastructure designed and maintained in an economic, equitable, and ecological manner Community Resilience: A community that can foresee, withstand, adapt to, and recover from adversity Economic Resilience: A local economy that can foresee, withstand, adapt to, and recover from adversity Energy: Programs, policies, and initiatives designed to encourage renewable, affordable, and accessible energy Natural Environment: Protection of the natural environment Waste and Recycling: Increase recycling and composting efforts and diversion of waste Water Protection: Protection of water resources, including rivers and streams. Project Ideas There are many types of sustainability, and due to the diversity of sustainable practices, there are many projects you could use this grant funding for! Some project ideas include: Coloradoscaping AKA Xeriscaping Educational programs, workshops Sustainability materials (books, [other], etc.) Clothing drive Community clean-up events Environmental art projects Water reduction campaigns Energy efficient business upgrades And more! Eligibility Requirements  Projects must be located within the City of Englewood and cannot be on private property for the primary benefit of the homeowner. Must identify at least one person to serve as the project coordinator. All projects must include permission from the property owner or entity that is responsible for the maintenance of the project location. Grants are not to be used for the purchase of land or to subsidize social, political, or organizational memberships. Grants are to benefit the Englewood community. The funds are not to be used to pay individuals, organizations, or groups for their private benefit. Grants are not to be used for cash prizes. Grants may be used for field trips or admissions for sustainability educational purposes. Grants are intended for implementation activities (programs, structures, events, or projects); planning efforts are not to be included. Grant funds may not be used for operational or maintenance costs, or salaries. Funds shall also not be used for motor vehicles, or any other electronic devices not required for the grant purpose (such as cell phones, tablets, etc.). All applicable permitting fees remain in effect. City permits are still required and are not waived as a part of the grant process. Fees for items including, but not limited to building permits, fence/wall permits, and sign permits must be submitted to the City of Englewood prior to construction/installation. Please keep this in mind when formulating your grant budget. Projects must be implemented and maintained by the project coordinator. A completed grant budget form must be completely filled out and uploaded to the application form at the time of submission. For more information, visit City of Englewood.

This grant provides financial support to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Denver to create projects that promote active living, such as improving walkability and bikeability in their neighborhoods.

The Clean Fleet Enterprise’s (CFE) Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology grant program is a statewide competitive application process for fleet vehicles and other clean fleet technology. Donor Name: Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/21/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Fleets will provide background information on their current fleet make-up, indicate the level of planning that has occurred for fleet transition, and provide information on vehicles and/or technology the fleet plans to acquire. In general, a successful applicant will convey an understanding of the grant program criteria, their preparedness to manage a complex and long- term fleet transition project, and their commitment to maintaining awarded vehicles in everyday fleet operations. Program Requirements  Requested vehicles must be domiciled in and operated from a site in the state of Colorado with a large percentage of their travel within the state. Requested vehicles should be owned and operated by the fleet or individual fleet owner applying for funding. In cases where a third-party, who will not operate the vehicles directly, applies for funding, information on ownership of the vehicles must be included with the application materials for consideration. Applicants must operate awarded vehicles per the terms and conditions provided by the state. Applicants are required to provide proof they are currently registered and in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State. Business entities outside of Colorado must review and, where applicable, file a Statement of Foreign Entity Authority (SOFEA) with the Colorado Secretary of State before submitting their application. Requested vehicles must be insured and authorized for use in the state of Colorado. Requested new vehicles must be procured in their original manufactured condition from a retail business or dealership, with no previous ownership. Used and/or demonstration vehicles are not eligible for funding through the Clean Fleet Enterprise. Upon award, applicants must agree to share vehicle operational data with the Clean Fleet Enterprise. Additional information on data collection will be provided on the program webpage. Applicants will be required to provide vehicle information with the Clean Fleet Enterprise. Fleets must notify the Clean Fleet Enterprise ahead of any intent to move awarded vehicles out of Colorado. Application submissions may not include confidential or trade-secret information. If an applicant believes information required to complete the application is confidential or trade-secret, they must prepare a redacted copy for submission and indicate such in the document title. The Clean Fleet Enterprise reserves the right to return applications that include confidential or trade-secret information. For more information, visit DPHE.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit and governmental organizations in Colorado that are involved in horticulture-related projects, providing financial assistance for capital improvements, matching grants, and program support.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and government organizations in Colorado for horticulture-related projects that focus on education, therapy, research, and community improvements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in Denver that are working to reduce fossil fuel transportation and promote cleaner travel options to help combat climate change.

Program: Impact Grants Funding Organization: CCCF (Community and Conservation Charitable Foundation) Contact Information: For more information, please visit the CCCF website or contact the CCCF Grants Department at [email protected]. Award Details: The Impact Grants program provides funding for housing and environmental solutions. The grant application period is open from April 29 to May 31. The specific award amounts are not mentioned, but it can be assumed that the grants provide financial support to selected organizations. Eligibility: Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations working towards housing and environmental solutions. Further eligibility criteria may be outlined on the CCCF website or in the grant application guidelines. CCCF invests in housing and environmental solutions through the Impact Grants. Other Relevant Information: It is recommended that potential applicants thoroughly review the CCCF website and grant application guidelines for detailed information on eligibility requirements, application process, and any additional criteria or restrictions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that address critical water supply needs in Colorado, focusing on initiatives like river restoration and endangered species recovery, requiring matching funds and legislative approval.

This program provides funding to support education and outreach initiatives that raise public awareness of water issues in Colorado, targeting local basin coordinators and broader statewide projects.

The PEPO Statewide Initiatives Grant focuses on funding education and outreach initiatives that have a statewide or multi-basin impact in Colorado. Part of the Public Education, Participation, and Outreach (PEPO) Grant Program established in 2022, this category supports efforts such as developing new statewide education campaigns, conducting statewide water awareness surveys, and creating education materials to bolster public awareness on water issues. These initiatives must demonstrate support across multiple basins and align with priorities of the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), guided by the Colorado Water Plan. This grant category underlines the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing water education and outreach across the state. Grant renewed every year. Grant Summer annual deadline: June 1st

The Public Education, Participation, and Outreach (PEPO) Grant Program, established in 2022, provides funding for statewide education and outreach initiatives and supports individual coordinators for each of Colorado's basin roundtables. The program aims to enhance public awareness of water issues in line with the Colorado Water Plan and respective Basin Implementation Plans. Grants are available in two categories: funding up to $25,000 for Basin Coordinators to manage education and outreach within their basin, and Statewide Initiatives grants for broader educational projects. Applications require approval from one of the nine basin roundtables and must be submitted through the CWCB Portal. The program supports a wide range of activities, including developing water education campaigns, conducting water awareness surveys, and facilitating statewide or multi-basin outreach efforts. Grant renewed every year. Grant Summer annual deadline: June 1st

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that protect and restore fish and wildlife resources affected by water management activities in Colorado.

This program provides funding to local governments, tribal entities, and nonprofits in Colorado to implement projects that reduce flood and erosion risks following wildfires.