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Funding & Technical Assistance
Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant (ADUG) Program
First Funding Cycle open Aug. 1 - Aug. 29 | Details here. The Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant (ADUG) Program enacted by HB24-1152 will provide grants to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) Supportive Jurisdictions for activities that promote the construction of ADUs.
USDA Funding to Help Rural Towns Strengthen Housing and Economic Development
Deadline: August 7 | Details here. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development invites applications for grants to provide strong rural communities the leadership and technical know-how to keep growing. The funding is being made available through the Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) program for fiscal year (FY) 2025. This program awards grants to qualified intermediary organizations to deliver financial and technical assistance that helps recipients build capacity to carry out projects related to housing, community facilities, and community and economic development.
Rural & Community Support Grants. Deadline: July 15. Anschutz Family Foundation. General operating and project-based funding. Eligible entities nonprofits and local government partnering with a nonprofit. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on improving quality of life for individuals and families in Colorado, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Priority is given to projects addressing basic human needs, community and economic vitality, self-sufficiency, and access to opportunities. Eligible proposals should demonstrate community engagement, strong leadership, and sustainable impact, with an emphasis on organizations serving low-income and vulnerable populations.
Kaiser Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education
Deadline: September 3 | Details here. Category 1 offers up to $100,000 over two years to strengthen the capacity of organizations or clinical settings to conduct research on healthcare strategies that address community firearm violence or firearm suicide. Category 2 provides up to $300,000 over two years to support new or expanded research on evidence-informed healthcare practices or clinical care models targeting these same issues. Both categories aim to advance the role of healthcare systems in understanding and mitigating firearm-related harm in communities.
National Forest Foundation: Building Collaborative Capacity for Forest Stewardship
Deadline: July 25 for mini-grants; August 1 for standard grants | Details here.
The Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests & Communities invests in the resources, skills, tools, and support activities that make collaboration for forest stewardship successful. Funding must support collaboration or collaboration-based activities that aim to benefit forests and grasslands that are currently managed by the U.S. Forest Service through the National Forest System.
Bolger Foundation: Capital Grants to Strengthen Communities
Deadline: September 1 | Details here. The Bolger Foundation offers U.S. nonprofits grants for capital projects. Funding supports initiatives in conservation, underserved populations, health (including mental health), community, and education. Eligible expenses include construction, building improvements, capital equipment, furnishings, and other one-time physical needs. The foundation’s goal is to empower organizations that make a lasting community impact and encourage more outdoor activities that help create healthier communities.
Robert Lehman Foundation: Support for Visual Arts Access and Education
Deadline: September 15 | Details here. The Robert Lehman Foundation provides grants to museums, arts organizations, educational institutions, and other nonprofit cultural groups with the goal of advancing the visual arts in both American and global culture. It supports a wide array of projects, including museum exhibitions, scholarly publications, art history lectureships, and art education programs. A key focus of its giving is expanding access to art education in underserved communities
KFC Foundation: Funding for Capacity Building Projects
Deadline: July 31 | Details here. The KFC Foundation’s Kentucky Wishes program provides grants to support capacity-building projects that expand access to food and shelter in local communities. Examples of eligible projects include remodeling food pantries, creating community gardens, upgrading animal shelters, and repairing or renovating buildings. Eligible applicants must be local nonprofit organizations, or local chapters/affiliates of larger nonprofits, that directly serve their communities.
Colorado CHIPS Community Support Program
Deadline: September 30 | Details here. The application window for Cycle 4 of the Colorado CHIPS Community Support Program is officially open, The Evaluation Committee will make final award decisions by December 31, 2025. This program is a suite of three grants that are available to local and county governments; regional economic development organizations; and consortia led by those governments and organizations to identify, develop, and market local assets that are relevant to the semiconductor and advanced industries ecosystems.
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative
Deadline: September 30 | Details here. The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s mission is to provide practical support for efforts that promote safe, responsible use of off-highway vehicles; educate the public on proper recreational land use and wildlife conservation practices; and protect appropriate and sustainable access to public lands. Support is provided to nonprofit or tax-exempt groups, including clubs and associations, public riding areas, outdoor enthusiast associations, land conservation organizations, and communities with an interest in protecting, improving, expanding, or maintaining access for safe, responsible, and sustainable use by motorized off-road vehicles.
Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust
Deadlines: July 31 & October 31| Details here. The Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust awards grants to nonprofit organizations based in the United States that serve sick and injured veterans and their families. Supported programs may include access to quality healthcare services; assistance for veterans dealing with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, and substance abuse; support for mobility and rehabilitation needs, and initiatives that evaluate and address the unique needs of veterans from various eras of military service.
Resources
HB23-1253 Corporate Ownership of Housing Task Force Completes its Work
Read report here. The HB23-1253 Corporate Ownership of Housing Task Force completed its work on June 25, 2025. This task force was created by the Colorado State Legislature to investigate and document the presence of large corporate investors in the housing sector. The final reports and other Task Force materials, including meeting agendas, presentations, and video recordings are available on the SDO website.
Be Part of History – America 250 - Colorado 150 Needs You!
In 2026, we will celebrate a truly historic milestone—the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, and the 150th anniversary of Colorado statehood. This once-in-a-lifetime moment is an opportunity to reflect on our shared history, celebrate our communities, and shape the future together. These statewide efforts are being led by the America 250 - Colorado 150 Commission. Whether you’re planning new programs, want to co-brand an existing event, or are looking for funding opportunities, the Commission has the tools and resources to help.
Colorado Department of Local Affairs Local Community Funding Guide
The Division of Local Government (DLG) created this comprehensive resource to help local governments and nonprofit community organizations navigate the funding sources available through a variety of Federal and State programs. While not an exhaustive list, this guide is updated frequently as new information is available.
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