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Colorado Natural Resources Grants

Explore 106 grant opportunities

Water Supply Reserve Fund (WSRF) Grant Program
$1,000,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding for water-related projects in Colorado, supporting both public and private entities to improve water supply, infrastructure, and planning efforts aligned with state water goals.

Environment
City or township governments
Weather Modification Grant Program
Contact for amount
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to local water providers and government entities in Colorado to enhance and modernize their cloud seeding programs, aimed at increasing winter snowfall and improving water supply.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Transaction Cost Assistance Program (TCAP)
$150,000
GOCO and Keep It Colorado
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to nonprofit land trusts in Colorado to help cover the costs of establishing conservation easements, making it easier for landowners to protect their land from development.

Environment
Nonprofits
Technical Assistance for Federal Cost-Sharing (TAFC) Program
$500,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Colorado governmental entities, non-profits, and partnerships to help them develop competitive federal grant applications for water-related projects, excluding treated water and municipal infrastructure.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Agricultural Emergency Drought Response Program
$1,000,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2027

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to agricultural organizations in Colorado to help them secure additional water resources during declared drought emergencies.

Agriculture
Special district governments
Colorado Watershed Restoration Program
Contact for amount
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

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

Environment
Nonprofits
Gates Family Foundation Capital Grants
Contact for amount
Gates Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Colorado to support infrastructure projects that enhance community well-being, particularly in rural or low-income areas.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Colorado Tree Coalition Grant
$6,000
Colorado Tree Coalition
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2025

This grant provides funding for community organizations and local governments in Colorado to plant and care for trees, promoting environmental health and community well-being.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Native American Affairs: Fiscal Year 2025 Colorado River Basin Tribal Drought Resiliency Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Reclamation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized tribes in the Colorado River Basin to implement projects that alleviate drought impacts and enhance water resource management.

Natural Resources
Native American tribal organizations
South Fork Focus Zone Irrigated Acreage Retirement Program
$6,000,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 30, 2026

This program provides financial support to eligible landowners in the South Fork Focus Zone of the Republican River Basin for retiring irrigated acreage to improve water management and comply with multistate agreements.

Natural Resources
For profit organizations other than small businesses
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Fund
$200,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides funding to local organizations and governments in Colorado to develop strategies for protecting river resources without federal designation, supporting projects like planning and restoration efforts.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Colorado Wildlife Habitat Program
$11,000,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 22, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to private landowners and qualified third parties for projects that protect wildlife habitats and enhance public access for outdoor recreation in Colorado.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Land Acquisition
$3,000,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado municipalities, conservation organizations, and state agencies in acquiring land for public recreation, wildlife habitat, and open spaces, particularly in underserved communities.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
RESTORE Colorado Program (Restoration and Stewardship of Outdoor Resources and the Environment)
$4,500,000
Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports large-scale habitat restoration and stewardship projects across Colorado, targeting organizations and agencies dedicated to improving ecosystem health and wildlife resilience on public and private lands.

Environment
City or township governments
Pathways Program
$300,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado cities, counties, and conservation organizations in developing strategic initiatives that enhance outdoor spaces and promote equity in natural resource management.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnerships Grants - Plan Development Grants
$50,000,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Jul 22, 2026

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports regional partnerships in Colorado that focus on conservation, outdoor recreation, and climate resilience, enabling diverse stakeholders to collaboratively develop and implement plans that enhance biodiversity and promote equitable access to outdoor spaces.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program
$300,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Reclamation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2028

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots watershed groups and organizations in the U.S. for collaborative planning and development of projects that improve water supply reliability, quality, and ecosystem resilience.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Colorado Water Plan Grants
$36,700,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to various entities, including local governments and nonprofits, to support projects that improve water management and conservation efforts across Colorado.

Natural Resources
State governments
Projects Bill Grants
$10,000,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to public and private entities for significant water-related projects in Colorado that address regional supply challenges and are not eligible for other funding sources.

Natural Resources
State governments
Closed Landfill Remediation Grant Program
$2,000,000
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local governments in Colorado for the remediation of environmental hazards at closed solid waste landfills.

Environment
County governments