Colorado Infrastructure Grants

This grant provides financial support to 501(c)(3) organizations in Colorado that focus on enhancing community well-being through projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and human services.

This grant provides financial support to Colorado-based businesses developing innovative technologies in advanced industries, helping them secure funding to advance their projects and stimulate local economic growth.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations and communities in Boulder County to implement innovative projects that promote resource conservation and advance circular economy practices, ultimately helping to combat climate change.

This grant provides matching funds to nonprofit and locally-owned newsrooms in Colorado to support their year-end fundraising campaigns, helping them raise awareness and financial support for public service journalism in their communities.

This grant provides financial assistance to local and Tribal governments in Colorado to implement automated online solar permitting software, streamlining the approval process for solar energy projects.

This program provides funding to commercial property owners and managers in Boulder to create affordable spaces for small businesses, particularly those owned by women and minorities, helping them thrive in the community.

The Colorado Department of Local Affairs is offering a grant program for local government planning departments to increase their capacity and expedite the review process for affordable housing projects, with funds potentially used for implementing new technologies, regulatory changes, planning efforts, and other strategies that align with the program's goals.

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve public health and the environment in communities disproportionately affected by pollution and environmental issues across Colorado.

This program recognizes and honors young professionals under 40 in the Denver metro area who demonstrate exceptional leadership, community involvement, and significant career accomplishments.

This grant provides funding for projects that enhance watershed resilience, grasslands, sagebrush rangelands, and big game habitats across Colorado, targeting non-profits, local governments, and educational institutions.

The Town of Crested Butte is offering a Community Grant Program, ranging from $1000 to $10,000, for nonprofit organizations that provide significant benefits to the community, with a focus on addressing the pandemic and housing crisis, and promoting equity, diversity, creativity, and inclusion.

The Colorado Energy Office, in partnership with the Community Access Enterprise, is offering grants of up to $1.5 million for community-led electric mobility programs, covering costs such as electric vehicles, e-bikes, charging infrastructure, and operational costs, with eligible applicants including local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions.

The Equity Funds are a set of discretionary grantmaking funds of Community Foundation Boulder County addressing needs throughout Boulder County. Donor Name: Community Foundation Boulder County (CFBC) State: Colorado County: Boulder County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Types of Funds BRAVO Fund The BRAVO Fund aims to improve the quality of life for Latino communities throughout Boulder County by engaging donors in philanthropy with the purpose of building resiliency through active voices and opportunities. The mission of the BRAVO Fund is to support the Latino community in Boulder County by raising money and distributing grants. The focus of the BRAVO Fund is to: Promote social justice. Strengthen opportunities for Latino leadership. Empower Latinos to engage in philanthropy that benefits their own communities. Funding Priority Priority will be given to projects that support and strengthen the arts, environmental, health and human services, civic, educational, and/or cultural aspects of Boulder County Latino communities and/or are initiated by Latinos to benefit Latinos. Funding Information Approximately $6,500 is available to grant this year, minimum grants will be $1,000. Open Door Fund The Open Door Fund supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals and allies in Boulder County The focus of the Open Door Fund is to: Support the strengths and needs of LGBTQ+ individuals. Build and cultivate the LGBTQ+ community. Foster collaboration and dialogue between the LGBTQ+ population and the broader community. Provide a source of support for organizations serving and impacting the LGBTQ+ community. Funding Priority Priority will be given to projects that support new and emerging ideas, especially those that contribute to system change. Preference will be given to those organizations which are primarily LGBTQ+-focused. Funding Information Approximately $50,000 is available to grant this year, minimum grants will be $1,000. Veterans Fund The Veterans Fund supports Boulder County Veterans and their families by raising money and distributing grants to community partners to create, sustain, or expand programs and projects for Veterans. The focus of the Veterans Fund is to: Support the strengths and meet the needs of Veterans, transitioning servicemembers, and their families in Boulder County. Build community around and among Veterans. Foster education about Veterans’ issues and dialogue between Veterans and the community. Provide a source of support for organizations serving the Veteran community. Funding Priority Priority will be given to projects and organizations that demonstrate strong Veteran involvement and engagement in the planning and implementation of the proposed activities. Funding Information Approximately $11,500 is available to grant this year, minimum grants will be $1,000. Eligibility Requirements Grantees must use grant proceeds only for the stated purpose of the grant or for charitable and educational activities consistent with the organization’s tax-exempt status. Grants from The Community Foundation’s discretionary funds are exclusively for activities or projects in Boulder County and/or for the benefit of Boulder County residents. Any nonprofit organization with an IRS 501(c)(3) public charities (not private operating or non-operating foundations) or any governmental or public entity can apply. Groups or organizations that do not have IRS 501(c)(3) designation may do so with a fiscal sponsor. The Community Foundation makes grants for specific projects as well as for unrestricted operating expenses, capital campaigns, endowments and technical assistance. The Community Foundation does not make grants to organizations where grant money from discretionary or field of interest funds would be used to further a particular religious doctrine. For more information, visit CFBC

Applicants are invited to apply for the Community Grants. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northern Colorado State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: In addition to the priorities noted above, some Community Fund Committees have identified 1-2 additional priorities for Community Grants: Berthoud No additional priorities Estes Valley Food Security Music & Arts Fort Collins Water Workforce Loveland Community Engagement. Funding Information Grants will range from $2,500 – $5,000. Eligibility Criteria The Community Foundation makes grants to 501c(3) charitable entities, educational institutions, churches, or government entities that are in good standing with the IRS. If you are group, club, association, or organization that does NOT fit this criteria, but are seeking funding for a charitable project, consider partnering with a 501c(3) OR government agency that can be your fiscal sponsor and apply on your group’s behalf. Ineligibility The Foundation typically does not fund: Individuals Businesses/for-profit companies Private foundations Political lobbying/candidate campaigns for political office Sponsorships, tables, or tickets for special events or fundraising events Debt retirement/deficit financing. For more information, visit CFNC.

The Community-Centered Solutions funding opportunity aims to support trusted, community-based organizations that address mental health and substance misuse care, cultural relevance, care connections, and collaborations. Donor Name: Caring for Denver Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/04/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding will also support providers, peer specialists, and care navigation to ensure community can receive trusted care. Funding Priorities  Foundation will prioritize funding for projects and programs that address Denver’s mental health and substance misuse challenges in at least one of the areas below: Inclusive Access: Helps people access care and support in ways that make sense for them, in places that feel comfortable, and at times that fit their schedules, so they are better able to participate, learn, build skills, and address mental health and substance misuse issues. Attention to Fit: These projects ensure that when people seek care, they feel understood, connected, and respected by those providing that care, primarily through offering culturally designed and matched care options. These projects also support the mental health and substance misuse needs of those providing supports so that they can be at their best as they support others. Care Over Time: Improve care transitions, making them easier and more seamless for people. The goal is to increase stability, minimize the starts and stops in mental health and substance misuse care that often happens when needs change, and prevent the trauma that comes when people re-tell, or re-document their journeys. Key Considerations  These considerations are based on additional feedback they’ve gathered through the learning activities specific to Community-Centered Solutions funding. Grant decisions will favor programs/projects that: Support recovery from trauma through strength-based and culturally relevant interventions Provide treatment and recovery supports from mental health challenges in ways that reflect the community being served Demonstrated experience working with communities the organization is seeking to serve Provide treatment and recovery supports that are integrated into existing programs Coordinate mental health and/or substance misuse care transitions, crisis care to clinical inpatient treatment to community support for recovery Support treatment and recovery for substance misuse, including alcohol and opioids Provide treatment and support recovery for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance misuse needs Provide opportunities for ongoing connection and/or re-engagement for program participants and alumni. Funding Information The total amount available for all grant awards in this funding area is $12 million. Eligibility Criteria  Applicant seekers must be located and/or offer services in Denver and to Denver residents Nonprofit organizations designated by the IRS as tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), or under other sections of the code or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity Faith-based organizations designated by the IRS as tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, if all Foundation grant funds are used for non-religious purposes Any Indian or Native American entity Government-supported entities, including schools, museums or libraries, and City and County of Denver agencies. Ineligibility  Grant requests for the following will not be supported: Grants to individuals, for-profit organizations, or private foundations Annual appeals, membership drives, underwriting, or fundraising events Endowments Loans Fellowships or scholarships Debt reduction Partisan causes Programs that require participation or membership in a certain religion or seek to advance a particular religious faith or belief. For more information, visit CDF.

The Rose Community Foundation is pleased to announce the Equitable Economic Opportunity and Community Wealth Building. Donor Name: Rose Community Foundation State: Colorado County: Adams County (CO), Arapahoe County (CO), Boulder County (CO), Broomfield County (CO), Denver County (CO), Douglas County (CO), Jefferson County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Rose Community Foundation has an open funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations in the Greater Denver region. This grant cycle is intended to support organizations working to close gaps in access and opportunity by increasing financial security, dismantling generational cycles of poverty, and growing assets for individuals and communities furthest from opportunity. Rose Community Foundation particularly interested in supporting organizations that:  serve 80% or more of their populations/individuals earning less than 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (or equivalent)  are scaling existing peer-to-peer programs where people with lived experience are paid to support others experiencing the same or similar challenges  are working on multiple strategies For purposes of this RFP, they seek to fund organizations with a demonstrated capacity and deep focus on:  BIPOC individuals  Immigrants and refugees  Justice-involved individuals  People with disabilities and neuro diverse individuals  Women Funding Information Total funding available: $ 1.5 million.  On average, grants will range from $25,000 – $75,000. Grant Duration Most grant lengths will be one year. Rose Community Foundation interested in proposals  that:  Increase social and financial capital to advance local economic stability. Increase access to capital for individuals, communities, entrepreneurs, and local businesses through mechanisms such as grants and loans, including Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and other alternative financing organizations.  Enhance workforce development, training and job placement for people making up to 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level with a focus on those furthest from opportunity, as defined in this RFP. Support organizations providing workforce programming or training that results in better paying jobs with higher earning potential.  Increase housing affordability for individuals and families that are cost burdened. Navigate and support affordable home ownership or eviction prevention programs for individuals with low incomes. Although they fund in the seven-county Greater Denver region, priority will be given to applications focused on Adams, Arapahoe and Denver counties, or specific neighborhoods in Boulder, Broomfield, Douglas and Jefferson counties with demonstrated need established through data. Eligibility Criteria This opportunity is open to nonprofit organizations, government agencies or fiscally sponsored projects in the seven-county Greater Denver region: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson counties.  Organizations funded through donor-advised funds or other giving circles at Rose Community Foundation are eligible for this opportunity if other eligibility requirements are met.  Organizations that house endowments at Rose Community Foundation are eligible to apply but, like other applicants, are not guaranteed to receive funding.  Organizations that have multiyear funding from the Foundation or that have received a separate grant from Rose Community Foundation in 2024 are unlikely to receive funding via this opportunity. They ask organizations that think they may still be eligible to reach out to Community Impact team before beginning their application.  For more information, visit Rose Community Foundation.

The Bonfils-Stanton Foundation is seeking applications for its Equity-Focused Leadership Grants to organizations that support the leadership development of BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or adults with disabilities aspiring to lead in the nonprofit sector. Donor Name: Bonfils-Stanton Foundation State: Colorado County: Adams County (CO), Arapahoe County (CO), Denver County (CO), Jefferson County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Equity-Focused Leadership Grants program seeks to nurture a pipeline of diverse leaders committed to driving positive change within their communities. The nonprofit sector has consistently struggled with a lack of diversity in staff — especially at the executive level. This persistent racial leadership gap negatively impacts the career trajectories and well-being of Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) and other professionals from historically marginalized communities who face systemic barriers that prevent them from pursuing pathways to executive leadership.  Funding Information The leadership grants provide up to $10,000. Eligibility Criteria  Colorado-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit or fiscally sponsored organization Organization based and majority of programs occur in Denver, Adams, Arapahoe, or Jefferson counties Organization’s primary mission includes the leadership development of adults who identify as Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+ and/or people with disabilities Majority of organization’s senior leaders (staff and/or board) identify as BIPOC , LGBTQ+, and/or people with disabilities. The following programs are not eligible: College or university-supported programs Youth development programs (under the age of 18) Programs that have a religious affiliation or purpose Scholarships for individuals. For more information, visit BSF.

The Denver Foundation is pleased to invite qualified organizations to apply for funding for the Latinos Impacting the Future Together (L.I.F.T.) Fund. Donor Name: The Denver Foundation State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Latinos Impacting the Future Together (L.I.F.T.) supports and empowers Colorado communities by elevating identity, awareness, and culture through philanthropy. L.I.F.T. is a group of men who have chosen to use their time to serve the Latino community in a variety of capacities, their talents to impact the community, and their treasure to support the amazing work being done by non-profit organizations uplifting the Latino community. The Foundation giving circle will support work that meets one or all of the following: Latino/male Empowerment Latino Advocacy and Justice Meeting basic needs of the Latino community Latino Health and Wellness Educational Supports/Services for Latinos Latino Arts and Culture. Funding Areas Arts Culture Humanities Education & Youth Human Services. Funding Information Grant Range between $500 – $2,500 Eligibility Criteria Applications are open to organizations that meet the below criteria: Your work must connect with the mission of the L.I.F.T. Fund. Your organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Your organization must be located in Colorado Grant awards given in previous years are no guarantee of future grant awards. For more information, visit The Denver Foundation.

The Rose Community Foundation is pleased to announce the funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations in the Greater Denver region. Donor Name: Rose Community Foundation State: Colorado County: Adams County (CO), Arapahoe County (CO), Boulder County (CO), Broomfield County (CO), Denver County (CO), Douglas County (CO), Jefferson County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The foundation seeks to fund a diverse slate of organizations engaging in equity-focused policy and advocacy work. Applicants may work at the state level, the local level or both and may pursue short- or long-term policy objectives. They aim to support policy efforts across a range of issues, representing a broad spectrum of approaches, perspectives, and populations served.  This grant cycle is intended to support Greater Denver’s diverse and dynamic ecosystem of organizations that leverage policy and advocacy efforts to help local communities furthest from opportunity create conditions for equity, justice, inclusion and engagement. Types of support  General Operating Support. To provide maximum flexibility for nonprofit organizations engaging in policy and advocacy work, They anticipate that most grants will be for general operating support. Program or Project Support. Organizations that have a primary organizational focus that does not include policy and advocacy should apply for policy-specific program funding. Non-policy work will not be considered through this grant opportunity. Organizations that do national or multi-state work should apply for program funding and specify that grant dollars would be used exclusively for local activities or statewide efforts that benefit region. Organizations applying on behalf of a coalition are required to apply for program funding. 501(c)(4) organizations are required to apply for program funding to distinguish from candidate or partisan work, which the Foundation cannot fund. Any grant applicants may opt to have funding structured as program support if that is preferred. Please note: Organizations that receive program or project support will be required to report direct and grassroots lobbying expenses, as applicable. Funding Information  Funding amounts will typically range from $15,000 to $75,000. Grant Duration  Most grant lengths will be one year. Eligibility Criteria This opportunity is open to nonprofit organizations – 501(c)(3)s and 501(c)(4)s – or fiscally sponsored projects serving the seven-county Greater Denver region (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson counties) or advancing statewide policy efforts that benefit those within that catchment area. Local/municipal, state and federal government agencies are not eligible for this opportunity. Organizations funded through donor-advised funds or giving circles at Rose Community Foundation are eligible for this opportunity, if other eligibility requirements are met. Organizations that house endowments at Rose Community Foundation are eligible to apply, but like all other applicants, are not guaranteed a grant award. Organizations that have received a separate grant from Rose Community Foundation in 2024 are unlikely to receive funding via this opportunity. They encourage organizations that think they may still be eligible to meet with Ray Barrie-Kivel, policy and advocacy manager, before beginning their application. Organizations that have active multi-year grants from Rose Community Foundation are not eligible for this opportunity. Rose Community Foundation has multiple open RFPs every year, and They encourage organizations that think they could be a fit for more than one opportunity to speak with a member of grantmaking team before beginning their application. For more information, visit Rose Community Foundation.

The Colorado Gives Foundation is inviting applicants for its Convenient Neighborhoods Grant Program. Donor Name: Colorado Gives Foundation State: Colorado County: Jefferson County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Funding to support community spaces so all Jefferson County residents can easily access parks, transportation hubs, farmers markets, recreation centers and other amenities. Having easy and safe access to public transportation, bike-friendly routes and accessible paths supports overall health and wellbeing. Funding Information Typical Grant Funding Range: $5,000-$25,000 per year. Project Period October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026. Eligibility Requirements This grant opportunity provides general operating support to community partners who are advancing work in one or more of the following: Support efforts to increase access and enrollment in public transportation benefits. Support policy and advocacy efforts to make it easier for people to access public transportation, improve neighborhood mobility and increase outdoor green spaces. Support efforts to develop and preserve outdoor green spaces, like parks and open areas, and community gathering places such as integrated community hubs and recreation centers. Your organization must also meet the following requirements to be eligible for this grant: Organization Eligibility: Your organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, or an organization operating under fiscal sponsorship of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.  Geographic Eligibility: Colorado Gives Foundation is focused on helping Jefferson County thrive. As such they only fund organizations who are committed to serving Jefferson County residents and can demonstrate their impact in Jeffco with number of Jeffco residents served, percentage of budget applied to Jeffco or concrete programs that are specific to or focused on Jeffco populations. For more information, visit Colorado Gives Foundation.