Colorado Local Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support for teachers at Title 1 schools in Boulder to take their students on cultural field trips, enhancing their exposure to the arts and creative careers.

This grant provides financial support to small businesses, non-profits, and educational organizations in Frisco to implement innovative projects that reduce waste and promote sustainability within the community.

This funding initiative provides financial support to independently owned commercial businesses in Wheat Ridge for implementing environmentally sustainable improvements that reduce their ecological footprint.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local nonprofits, businesses, and government entities in unincorporated Eagle County and Gypsum to enhance their marketing efforts aimed at boosting tourism and cultural engagement.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve the residents of Boulder County, Colorado, helping them implement projects that benefit the local community.

This grant provides funding for projects at Colorado State University that enhance alternative transportation options, focusing on accessibility, safety, and sustainability for students.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Aspen that promote community well-being, environmental protection, and cultural engagement.

This funding initiative provides financial support to small, locally owned businesses in Englewood for capital improvements that enhance their operations and facilities.

This grant provides financial support to residents, Home Owner Associations, and community organizations in Centennial to host inclusive neighborhood events that foster community engagement and social cohesion.

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.

This funding opportunity supports residents, Homeowners Associations, and community organizations in Centennial, Colorado, to host inclusive events that strengthen neighborhood connections and foster community engagement.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations for marketing initiatives and special events that promote tourism and encourage overnight stays in Grand County, Colorado.

Neighborhood Grants: The Neighborhood Improvement Grant program offered by the city of Aurora provides funding opportunities for residents and neighborhood groups to improve the appearance of Aurora neighborhoods and strengthen community connections. The program offers competitive grants with a maximum award of $5,000 per project. Eligible projects include those that enhance a neighborhood's physical condition, increase pride and identity, improve neighborhood communication, and bring new assets to the community. Neighborhood organizations and residents are encouraged to apply, with eligible projects needing to be within Aurora city limits and involve at least three neighborhood households. Know Your Neighbor Mini-Grant: The Know Your Neighbor Mini-Grant provides resources to support connections among neighbors through small neighborhood block parties or clean-up events. Grant recipients receive a $100 gift card for either King Soopers or Home Depot, depending on the type of event. Funding is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until allocated funds are used. Eligible expenses may include food and supplies for the event, but religious, political, or personal/private events will not be funded. Printing Assistance Mini-Grant: The Printing Assistance Mini-Grant offers in-house printing assistance for flyers and posters to publicize neighborhood events. This grant is available to participants registered in the Aurora Neighborhood Registration Program. Grant recipients can receive up to 25 color or 500 black and white flyers, or 10 color or 20 black and white posters. Materials must be picked up at the Aurora Municipal Center. Small Neighborhood Mini-Grant: The Small Neighborhood Activity Mini-Grant provides up to $250 for developing sustainable neighborhood groups and organizing larger-scale neighborhood events. Examples of eligible expenses include entertainment for festivals, neighborhood t-shirts, sports tournaments, or supplies for social gatherings with neighbors. Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis and require completion of an application form and budget estimates. Please note that specific application dates for each grant opportunity are not provided in the information given.

The Clear Creek County 2024 Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant Program is a cost-share initiative designed to mitigate wildfire risks within Clear Creek County, Colorado. This program aims to build upon existing wildfire mitigation investments made by homeowners, providing crucial financial support for hazardous fuels reduction projects. The core mission of this grant program aligns directly with community safety and environmental protection by proactively addressing the threat of wildfires. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are homeowners in Clear Creek County. The program's impact goals center on enhancing the safety and resilience of residential properties and the broader community by reducing the ignitability of structures, removing hazardous trees, and improving evacuation routes. By offering financial assistance, the program seeks to empower homeowners to undertake essential mitigation efforts that might otherwise be cost-prohibitive. The program's priorities and focus areas include the creation of defensible space around homes, the removal of hazard trees, the establishment of fuel breaks to slow wildfire spread, and improvements to evacuation routes through tree removal. These specific focuses are designed to directly address the most critical factors contributing to wildfire risk in the region, ensuring that funding is directed towards high-impact activities. Expected outcomes and measurable results include a significant reduction in wildfire risk across participating properties, a decrease in the potential for structural damage during wildfire events, and improved safety for residents during emergencies. While specific metrics are not detailed in the provided text, the emphasis on "hazardous fuels reduction projects" and "creating defensible space" implies a measurable reduction in fuel load and an increase in the survivability of homes. The funding structure, allowing applicants to request up to 50% of project costs with a maximum of $5,000, indicates a strategy to incentivize broad participation and ensure project feasibility for homeowners.

This scholarship provides financial support for low-income, first-generation college students in La Plata County, Colorado, to help them pursue higher education at public colleges, universities, or vocational schools.

City of Centennial Neighborhood Engagement Grant provides small monetary grants of up to $500 per event to residents, HOAs, and community organizations in Centennial, Colorado. The grants aim to support community building events such as neighborhood block parties, movie nights, and social gatherings. Projects associated with private, educational, political, or religious organizations do not qualify for funding. Additionally, funds may not be used to purchase alcohol or other controlled substances. Only one grant will be awarded per event. For more information, visit the Neighborhood Engagement Grant website.

This grant provides funding for community-led projects in Arvada, Colorado, that enhance public spaces and foster neighborhood connections, encouraging local residents to create sustainable and engaging gathering areas.

The Larimer County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is offering its Impact Fund Grant Program to invest in and enrich community-based behavioral health services. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to address the behavioral health needs of Larimer County community members through strategic funding. The program is part of a 20-year sales tax initiative, demonstrating a long-term commitment to improving local behavioral health programming. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are residents of Larimer County, with a focus on those requiring behavioral health services. The impact goals are broad and aim to foster a healthier community through improved access, coordination, and early intervention in behavioral health. The program seeks to reduce stigma, increase public awareness, and ensure the provision of quality preventative care. The funding priorities of the Impact Fund Grant Program include Access & Affordability, Care Coordination & System Integration, Early Identification & Intervention, Stigma Reduction & Public Awareness, Quality Care, and Prevention. BHS funds organizations through two types of grants: Targeted Grants and Responsive Grants. Program/Project support grants typically range from $10,000 to $150,000, with requests up to $250,000 considered. The project period is up to 12 months. Expected outcomes include enhanced accessibility and affordability of behavioral health services, more streamlined care coordination, and earlier identification and intervention for those in need. The program also aims to achieve measurable results in stigma reduction and public awareness campaigns, leading to an increase in quality care and effective prevention strategies across Larimer County. The BHS does not provide general operating support but restricts funds to direct or indirect behavioral health services for Larimer County residents, limiting overhead costs to 20% of the budget, ensuring funds are primarily directed to services.

The City of Boulder's Human Services Fund (HSF) is an annual grant program designed to improve the well-being of community members facing social or economic disparities. The fund is sourced from the city's general fund and aims to strategically invest resources in programs and services that promote shared outcomes aligned with the city's mission of fostering a more equitable and supportive community. The HSF targets individuals and groups experiencing systemic socio-economic barriers, those who have been historically excluded, and those in need of basic assistance. The grant program's impact goals are to increase economic stability, mobility, and resilience; enhance access to and maintenance of housing; advance personal growth, development, and leadership potential; create safe environments for people with diverse identities; improve physical, mental, or behavioral health and well-being; and increase the ability of community members to access critical services. Key priorities for the HSF include supporting programs that demonstrate sound research and evidence-based best practices, value lived experience and cultural knowledge, and meaningfully engage community members in program design, implementation, and evaluation. The program also emphasizes strong collaboration and equitable partnerships, cost-effectiveness, and a commitment to sustained financial stability and diverse funding sources from applicants. Expected outcomes and measurable results are central to the HSF. Programs must be directly linked to specific outcomes and indicators, with a strong focus on long-term evaluation. This aligns with the city's strategic priority to invest in initiatives that not only address immediate needs but also demonstrate a clear path towards lasting positive change and self-sufficiency for beneficiaries. The grant period for accepted proposals is January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and special districts in Adams County, Colorado, to enhance family stability and promote community development through essential services and innovative projects.