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Community Impact Program is a grant from Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) that funds the planning and construction of new or upgraded parks, trails, natural areas, and other outdoor amenities that enhance community quality of life and outdoor access across Colorado. Funding may also support stewardship of existing outdoor spaces. This highly competitive program awards $100,000 to $2,000,000 per project.
Eligible applicants include Colorado cities, towns, and counties; Title 32 special districts; land conservation organizations; political subdivisions of Colorado focused on open space; and Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
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Community Impact | Great Outdoors Colorado The Community Impact program invests in projects that enhance a community's quality of life and outdoor access. The Community Impact program funds the planning and/or construction of new or upgraded parks, trails, natural areas, and other outdoor amenities. Funding may also be used for stewardship work.
Organizations eligible for GOCO funding include Colorado cities, towns, and counties; Title 32 special districts; land conservation organizations that advance the acquisition of open space; political subdivisions of the State of Colorado whose missions are to identify, manage, or acquire open space and natural areas; and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. $100,000 – $2,000,000 per project.
This grant opportunity is highly competitive, especially for projects at the higher end of this range. GOCO may suggest a revised award amount as needed. Starting in fiscal year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027), grants above $2,000,000 per project will be considered.
GOCO expects to select no more than 1 to 2 projects per fiscal year for this level of investment.
Concept papers due: July 23, 2026 Applications invited: August 7, 2026 Applications due: September 10, 2026 Grants awarded: December 11, 2026 Concept papers due: January 21, 2027 Applications invited: February 4, 2027 Applications due: March 11, 2027 Grants awarded: June 2027 Here's everything you need to know to submit a competitive project proposal.
Community Impact Program Guidance & Concept Paper Successful project example: Erie Community Park Colorado's Outdoors Strategy Resource Hub Colorado EnviroScreen (Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment) Nonprofit Capital Projects Guide (Gates Family Foundation) Community-Driven Engagement Guide for Community Planning (Colorado Department of Local Affairs) Colorado's Guide to Planning Trails with Wildlife in Mind (Colorado Parks and Wildlife) Start by contacting your regional officer , who will help you develop a competitive proposal.
We recommend reaching out at least six months before the concept paper deadline. When you’re ready, submit your concept paper below.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Colorado cities, towns, counties, special districts, land conservation organizations, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000 – $2,000,000 per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Impact Program is funded by Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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