Colorado grants for City or township governments

The Western Colorado Community Foundation's 2024 Community Grants, themed "Youth Outside and Offline," is designed to foster healthy development in young people by encouraging outdoor activities and promoting responsible technology use. This initiative aligns with the foundation's broader mission to support nonprofits and strengthen communities across its seven-county service area in Western Colorado by addressing critical community needs through targeted funding. The program primarily targets youth participating in after-school and out-of-school programs within Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, and Rio Blanco Counties. The core impact goals are to get youth engaged in outdoor activities, teach healthy ways to use technology, reduce screen time, and ensure safe engagement with social media. This focus aims to counteract the potential negative effects of excessive screen time and encourage a balanced lifestyle for young individuals. The grant prioritizes programs that actively get youth outside, offering a variety of activities that promote physical activity and connection with nature. Simultaneously, a significant focus is placed on educating youth about responsible technology use, including strategies to reduce screen time and navigate social media safely. These dual priorities reflect a comprehensive approach to youth well-being in the digital age. Expected outcomes include an increase in youth participation in outdoor activities, improved understanding and adoption of healthy technology habits, and a measurable reduction in recreational screen time. Successful programs will also demonstrate an enhancement in youth's ability to engage with social media responsibly. The foundation's strategic priority through this theme is to invest in programs that build resilient, healthy communities by supporting the positive development of its youngest members, embodying a theory of change that posits that a balanced and informed approach to technology, combined with outdoor engagement, leads to healthier and more engaged youth. The Western Colorado Community Foundation awards approximately $100,000 annually in community grants, with individual grant sizes ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. Eligible applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) organizations or other qualified charitable entities, such as schools, churches, or government entities, serving the specified counties and registered in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State. This structured approach ensures that funding reaches credible organizations capable of delivering meaningful impact.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Colorado to create and improve tourism projects that enhance the visitor experience, with a generous matching fund requirement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and tribal organizations in Colorado to enhance outdoor recreation and accessibility on public lands, particularly for underserved communities.

This funding program provides financial support to local governments for improving parks, recreation services, and conserving natural resources through the acquisition, development, and maintenance of public sites.

This program provides $2 million in funding to support the development of geothermal energy systems for various entities in Colorado, prioritizing projects that benefit low-income and underserved communities.

The Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs offers an annual Community Impact Grant of $15,000 to a local non-profit organization in Routt County. The grant aims to create lasting, measurable impact on the community, particularly for projects benefiting youth and seniors, although it is not limited to these groups. Applications that serve the entire community are also considered. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: May 1st

This program provides financial assistance to Colorado water users, including municipalities and nonprofits, to tackle critical water supply challenges through various projects like planning, construction, and infrastructure maintenance.

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 program provides financial support to rural and high-risk communities in Colorado for planning and building microgrids that enhance resilience against electric grid disruptions, prioritizing projects that utilize non-fossil fuel sources and serve essential community institutions.

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 financial support for Colorado-based artists and organizations to create collaborative projects that use the arts to address pressing social, civic, environmental, and health issues in their communities.

This program provides funding to Colorado counties and municipalities for the inspection, rehabilitation, and replacement of major bridges and culverts on public roads.

This program provides funding to support the maintenance and improvement of winter trail infrastructure for snowmobiling in Colorado, benefiting local snowmobile clubs, organizations, and agencies involved in trail grooming and safety initiatives.

This program provides financial assistance to rural local governments affected by mineral and energy development to support community development projects.

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.

This program provides funding to local and regional governments in Colorado to develop or update housing-related planning documents, helping them address current and future housing needs.

This program provides funding to organizations in Colorado for transitioning their vehicle fleets to low- and zero-emission alternatives, supporting efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve public health.

This program provides funding to law enforcement and public safety agencies in Colorado to improve the mental health and well-being of peace officers and their families through counseling, training, and community partnerships.

This funding opportunity supports Colorado organizations in addressing community challenges related to outdoor stewardship, equity, and climate resilience through collaborative planning and capacity-building initiatives.

This program provides financial support and strategic development resources to community-based organizations in Adams County, Colorado, to enhance their resilience and capacity to serve local residents.