Colorado Private Grants

This grant provides funding for community-driven projects to design and create outdoor spaces like parks and playgrounds in Colorado, focusing on promoting health equity for low-income families, communities of color, and rural areas.

The Public Welfare Foundation's Grant Program aims to support community-led, restorative, and racially just approaches to justice in the United States. The focus areas include innovative criminal justice reform in specific states and cities, dismantling structures that have harmed people of color, investing in community-based solutions to reduce mass incarceration, and reframing the narrative around the U.S. criminal justice system through storytelling and journalism.

Topfer Family Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations within the program areas of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment, Youth Enrichment, Children’s Health, Aging In Place, and Job Training & Support. Eligible applicants must be exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code. The foundation primarily invests in communities where the family resides, including the greater Austin, Texas and greater Chicago, Illinois metropolitan areas. Additionally, they have started providing grants to organizations in Denver, CO and Broward County, FL. For more information and to apply for a grant, visit Topfer Family Foundation's website.

Program: Impact Grants Funding Organization: CCCF (Community and Conservation Charitable Foundation) Contact Information: For more information, please visit the CCCF website or contact the CCCF Grants Department at grants@cccfoundation.org. Award Details: The Impact Grants program provides funding for housing and environmental solutions. The grant application period is open from April 29 to May 31. The specific award amounts are not mentioned, but it can be assumed that the grants provide financial support to selected organizations. Eligibility: Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations working towards housing and environmental solutions. Further eligibility criteria may be outlined on the CCCF website or in the grant application guidelines. CCCF invests in housing and environmental solutions through the Impact Grants. Other Relevant Information: It is recommended that potential applicants thoroughly review the CCCF website and grant application guidelines for detailed information on eligibility requirements, application process, and any additional criteria or restrictions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Metro Denver area that promote youth performing arts education, particularly for students from underserved communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for youth programs that promote holistic and culturally responsive physical well-being, prioritizing initiatives led by or serving youth of color, girls, youth with disabilities, and LGBTQ youth.

This program honors and recognizes women leaders in the Denver metro area who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and community impact through their professional and volunteer efforts.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and government organizations in Colorado for horticulture-related projects that focus on education, therapy, research, and community improvements.

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations and community initiatives in Westminster, Colorado, to support projects that enhance community well-being, promote environmental conservation, and empower youth.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local, state, tribal, and non-profit organizations to restore and protect vital riparian and aquatic habitats in the headwaters of the Colorado and Rio Grande rivers, benefiting key species and promoting sustainable conservation practices.

Dutchess County Government is offering a grant program to incentivize food waste reduction within its municipalities and public schools. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to promote environmental sustainability and responsible waste management at the local level. By providing financial assistance for the installation and operation of in-vessel aerobic composters, the program directly addresses the issue of food waste, contributing to a greener and more efficient waste infrastructure within the county. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are local government entities with taxing authority and public K-12 schools located within Dutchess County. The program's impact goals are centered on reducing the amount of food waste sent to landfills, thereby decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and extending the lifespan of existing waste disposal facilities. Encouraging collaborative applications among entities further amplifies the potential for widespread adoption and greater collective impact across the county. The grant prioritizes the purchase of in-vessel composting systems and covers ancillary installation costs such as piping, electrical work, concrete slabs, and roofing materials. This focus ensures that eligible applicants can establish functional and sustainable composting operations. The program is structured as a reimbursement grant, requiring purchases to be made and paid for by the applicant before the county reimburses 50% of eligible expenses, up to a maximum of $50,000 per award. A total of $200,000 has been appropriated in the 2024 Dutchess County Budget for this program. The expected outcomes of this program include a significant reduction in food waste volume from participating municipalities and schools, an increase in local composting infrastructure, and greater public awareness and engagement in sustainable waste practices. Measurable results will likely include the number of composting systems installed, the volume of food waste diverted from landfills, and the number of participating entities. The project period runs from September 1, 2024, to September 1, 2026, allowing for the implementation and initial operation of these composting systems.

This grant provides financial support for events in Larimer and Weld counties that showcase popular contemporary music and prioritize fair compensation for local artists and community engagement.

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 opportunity provides financial support to qualified nonprofits in the Metro Denver area to enhance their capacity and effectiveness through technical assistance activities.

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 program honors outstanding leaders of small businesses in the Denver metro area who have demonstrated innovation, resilience, and community impact, recognizing their achievements through awards and media exposure.

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 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.