Colorado Diversity Equity and Inclusion Grants

The City of Dacono's 2025 Community Grant program is an annual initiative designed to provide financial support to community organizations. The program's core objective aligns with the City Council's mission to appropriate funds that directly benefit the Dacono community. The amount of funding available each year is flexible, determined by current priorities and the city's available revenue, ensuring that the grants can adapt to evolving community needs and economic conditions. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are community service organizations, federally designated non-profit corporations, and organized school groups. The program aims to foster a stronger, more vibrant community by empowering these entities to carry out their important work. While specific impact goals are not explicitly detailed, the underlying objective is to support initiatives that enhance the quality of life, address local challenges, and promote community well-being within Dacono. The eligibility criteria underscore the program's focus on established and organized groups. Applicants must be recognized community service organizations, federally designated non-profit corporations, or organized school groups. A crucial requirement for applicable non-profits is the submission of a valid and current 501(c)(3) registration, ensuring accountability and legitimate non-profit status. This priority on recognized and legally established organizations helps ensure that funds are directed to entities with a proven capacity for community impact. Expected outcomes and measurable results are implicitly tied to the activities undertaken by the grantee organizations. While not explicitly stated in terms, the city's strategic priority is to support a diverse range of community-focused projects. The theory of change suggests that by providing financial resources to these eligible organizations, the City of Dacono can indirectly achieve its broader community development and support goals through the efforts of its community partners. The varying annual funding based on priorities and revenue also indicates a flexible approach to strategic allocation, adapting to the most pressing needs each year.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit theater organizations in select Western U.S. states for professional productions that address contemporary social issues and engage diverse audiences.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide career development programs for Black youth aged 14-24 in designated NBA markets.

This funding supports Colorado newsrooms in organizing community engagement events to connect with diverse local residents, address their concerns, and foster trust between journalists and the communities they serve.

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 funding opportunity supports independent artists and collectives in Colorado to create innovative public art projects outside traditional venues, enhancing community engagement and understanding of visual art.

This funding opportunity supports small nonprofit organizations in Colorado that empower Latino communities through culturally relevant programs in areas such as education, social justice, and leadership development.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Greater Denver area that focus on policy and advocacy efforts to improve access and opportunities for underserved communities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Colorado working to improve access to reproductive health services and education, particularly for historically marginalized populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community-based nonprofit organizations in Colorado that are led by and serve populations disproportionately affected by the opioid crisis, focusing on prevention, harm reduction, and recovery services.

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.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Colorado and Wyoming that promote organ and tissue donation and transplantation, focusing on improving access and support for underinsured, rural, and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations.

This funding opportunity supports Colorado-based nonprofit organizations that empower and advocate for the Latino community through various initiatives focused on health, education, cultural celebration, and basic needs.

This program provides funding to internet service providers and local governments in Colorado to develop essential middle-mile broadband infrastructure, enhancing connectivity in underserved areas.

This program provides financial support to farmers and ranchers in California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington for implementing regenerative agricultural practices that enhance soil health and sequester carbon.

This funding opportunity provides up to $1 million to local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Colorado to implement community-focused electric mobility solutions, such as electric carshares and e-bike libraries, while promoting equitable access and sustainability.

This grant provides financial support to grassroots organizations in Colorado focused on systemic social justice and community organizing, particularly those led by Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities.

This program provides funding to local governments, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations in Colorado to increase access to electric bicycles for low-income individuals, promoting sustainable transportation and improving air quality.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Pueblo County, Colorado, focused on improving the well-being of children, youth, and families through initiatives addressing basic needs, mental health, and economic stability.

This program provides financial assistance to local and tribal governments in Colorado to promote the construction of affordable accessory dwelling units that support low- to moderate-income households.