Funders
Who has funding?
Please note that we do not update this page with current grant opportunities; rather, we keep a running list of who offers grants and link directly to their page. This is to avoid becoming outdated, as grants, deadlines, and new opportunities pop up quickly.
Who can apply:
Local and state governments, nonprofits, educational institutions, incorporated ditch companies, among others (will depend on the grant).
Funders
- SWCD Partnership
- Southwestern Water Conservation District
- Southwest Basin Roundtable
Who Can Apply:
Nonprofits, community organizations, and educational institutions.
Purpose:
Social impact initiatives, education, health, arts, environment, and more.
Application Process:
- Foundations have unique guidelines and priorities.
- Some require an invitation to apply.
- Grantseekers may need to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) before a full application.
Pros: Often aligned with nonprofit missions, can fund innovative projects.
Cons: May require relationships with the funder, variable application cycles.
Information From: Region 9 - Grant Guide
Funders
Who Can Apply:
Local governments, nonprofits, businesses, and educational institutions.
Purpose:
Projects that align with state priorities, such as workforce development, community programs, and infrastructure.
Application Process:
- Applications are usually simpler than federal grants.
- Funded through state budgets, lottery revenues, or federal pass-through funding.
Pros: Easier to apply for than federal grants, more localized focus.
Cons: Less funding than federal grants, state budget fluctuations can affect availability.
Information From: Region 9 - Grant Guide
Funders
- Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
- Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
- Colorado Department of Agriculture
- Colorado Department of Local Affairs
- Water Resources and Power Development Authority (CWR&PDA)
- Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment (CDPHE)
- Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM)
- Colorado State Forest Service
Who Can Apply: Local and state governments, nonprofits, educational institutions, businesses, and Tribes, among others (will depend on the grant).
Purpose: Usually aimed at large-scale projects that align with national priorities, such as infrastructure, research, economic development, etc.
Application Process:
- Highly competitive, often requiring extensive documentation.
- Applications are submitted through Grants.gov or agency-specific portals.
- Compliance with federal regulations.
Pros: Large funding amounts, credibility, multi-year opportunities
Cons: Complex applications, strict reporting, competitive
Information From: Region 9 - Grant Guide
Looking for the most current federal grant opportunities? Visit Grants.gov
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Who can help?
Lucky for us, our region has some experts in navigating our grant landscape!
Carrie Padgett
Community Navigator - SWCD Water Conservation and Infrastructure Partnership
CONTACT
Laura Spann
Regional Grant Manager - Colorado Water Conservation Board
CONTACT
Tiffany Brodersen
Community Grant Writer & Regional Grant Navigator - Region 9 Economic Development Fund
CONTACT