Weld Community Foundation - Seniors and Veterans Program Area

Weld Community Foundation - Seniors and Veterans Program Area is sponsored by Weld Community Foundation. The Weld Community Foundation awards grants in various program areas, including 'Seniors and Veterans'. These grants enrich many avenues of community, and funding is available for charitable programs, health, nutrition & emergency assistance, and nonprofit support.

nonprofits - Weld Community Foundation There are three main resources we highlight for nonprofits: our Grants Programs, The Endowment Challenge Grant, and the Spread the Good Classes (providing nonprofit enrichment). Awards from Weld Community Foundation’s competitive grant programs are determined in partnership with local volunteers from throughout Weld.

This locally-based advisory process ensures that grant opportunities address the changing needs of our communities. Grants awarded from Weld Community Foundation have enriched many avenues of community; from senior care to youth, arts initiatives to capital campaigns. Take a look through our grants available and when the opening for application happens for each.

For questions email info@weldcommunityfoundation. org . We will help you with your process!

All grant applications happen online unless otherwise noted and must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the date of the deadline. Late applications will not be considered. Grants will open online four months prior to their deadline.

For details and directions on how to apply to an online grant and navigate our system, click here .

Weld Community Foundation provides charitable funding to: Nonprofits classified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) organizations Other eligible tax exempt entities (such as municipalities, schools and faith-based organizations) Non-exempt groups with a fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3) organization, public school, or public agency Organizations should also predominantly serve residents of Weld County, Colorado Weld Community Foundation does not fund: Expenses already incurred, deficit funding, debt retirement or funding to obligated commitments Lobbying in the form of calls to action on a specific vote Religious activities: The Weld Community Foundation does not fund charitable activities that promote a religion or require participation in a religious activity as a condition for receiving services.

However, grants may be made to faith-based organizations for non-religious purposes. Submit only one application per grant program, though organizations may submit an application to more than one grant program (even those that share the same deadline). All competitive grant program awardees are required to submit a Final Report.

If your organization has failed to submit one, it will not be eligible for further funding until the missing report is filed. Guiding Applicants through the Process Tutorial Applying for a Grant with a Collaborator Tutorial Applying for a Grant using the Copy Request feature Click the button below to PREVIEW the guidelines and applications for all competitive Foundation grants.

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preview all GRANT APPLICATIONS Arts Alive! Grants: art focused grants for individuals and organizations The Arts Alive! Fund supports projects that promote the arts in Weld County.

Ideal projects expand the availability of artistic and cultural experiences and/ or provide an opportunity for artists to take the next step in their career. Individual Artist Grants (Artist Applies) A grant offered from the Arts Alive! Fund is to support emerging artists in Weld County take the next step in their artistic development.

Application Timeline: February 1-June 1, 2026 Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, legal residents of Weld County and have resided in Weld County for at least 12 months at the time of application. Please note: the Arts Alive! Fund does not generally fund travel expenses.

Organizational Grants (Nonprofit applies) A grant offered from the Arts Alive! Fund is to enrich the arts in Weld County by supporting special interest projects in the visual, performing and literary arts, specifically for non-operational purposes.

Application Timeline: February 1-June 1, 2026 Amount: up to $3,000 (subject to change) Details (in addition to the Weld Community Foundation’s General Grant Guidelines ) The Foundation looks for proposals that: expand the availability of artistic and cultural experiences increase access to the arts and humanities for underserved populations increase community awareness of different ethnic and cultural art forms preserve elements of past and current cultural forms make an impact in creative ventures benefit the arts and humanities of the Weld County community The Arts Alive!

Fund does not provide support for: purchase of tickets for fundraising activities Boettcher Fund Capital Grants: supporting capital projects in Weld County Grants from the Boettcher Fund are for capital projects in Weld County. Awards are made to nonprofits making the greatest positive impact and addressing the greatest community needs.

Deadline: Opens March 31, 2026 and closes July 31, 2026 ( decisions will be made by the end of August 2026 ) Amount: up to $15,000 (subject to change) What is a Capital Project?

A capital project is the addition of a permanent structural change or the restoration/renovation of some aspect of a permanent property that will either increase the property’s useful or essential function or service capacity, enhance quality of services, prolongs its useful life, or adapt it to new uses. Properties must be owned and used by a qualified Weld County, Colorado nonprofit organization.

The nonprofit’s capital project must be in Weld County and serve the Weld County community. It should also be financially healthy with the ability to maintain the project after completion. If awarded, the grant will not exceed a one year payment schedule and won’t be released until building permits are approved for construction or renovation projects.

The Boettcher Fund does not typically fund projects for (exceptions may apply): equipment and/or furnishings only routine repairs & maintenance (defined as activities that are scheduled in advance and occur on a regular basis, such as weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually, which are normally included as an annually recurring cost in maintenance and repair budgets) organizations that primarily serve animals (rescue, shelter, sanctuary, animal assisted therapy, etc.) organizations seeking funding for religious purposes such as a worship or education center an athletic facility and/or field historic preservation where the facility will not be utilized by the community healthcare facilities such as clinics or hospitals, and including mental health, dental and hospice care emergency services facilities such as fire stations and police stations as well as ambulance/EMS, dispatch/response, or search-and-rescue operations W.

D. Farr Endowment Fund Grants: for the benefit of the youth of Greeley, CO The Greeley Rotary W. D.

Farr Endowment Fund awards grants for the benefit of the youth of Greeley, Colorado; specifically programs that enhance quality of life, youth projects, or K-12 education projects. Deadline: Opens October 15, 2025 and closes January 15, 2026 ( decisions will generally be made by mid-March 2026) The W. D.

Farr Endowment Fund considers proposals from organizations with committed, skilled leadership and qualified staff to undertake the project. Only one proposal per organization will be considered for support. Please note: individual schools within Greeley-Evans School District 6 will be considered separate organizations.

Multi-year proposals are not considered; however, qualified organizations that receive funding are encouraged to reapply in subsequent years. In order to be fair, the Greeley Rotary W. D.

Farr Endowment Fund instituted a “three-year rule” requiring that an organization which receives funding for three successive years must take one year off before reapplying. I ndividual schools within Greeley-Evans School District 6 will be considered separate organizations. Lastly, funded programs will have an opportunity to make a presentation on their program to the Greeley Rotary Club.

The W. D. Farr Endowment Fund does not support: scholarships or tuition assistance to private educational institutions Fort Lupton Community Foundation Grants: for organizations that serve Fort Lupton This grant from the Fort Lupton Community Foundation is to help meet the greatest needs in the Fort Lupton area.

The Fort Lupton Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Weld Community Foundation and was created to serve the people of the greater Fort Lupton community.

Cycle 1: January 1, 2026-April 1, 2026 Cycle 2: July 1, 2026-September 1, 2026 (available funding in this cycle is dependent upon awards in cycle 1) Amount: up to $5,000 (subject to change) must have a project that has measurable outcomes must have programs that serve the Fort Lupton area addresses needs that are not met fully by existing organizational or community resources demonstrates a well-planned approach to meeting an identified community issue and/or need has an established base of support has committed, skilled leadership and qualified staff to undertake the project The Fort Lupton Community Foundation will, in particular, look for: partnership and volunteering opportunities goal of program self-sufficiency opportunities to leverage funds FLCF does not provide support for: applications from the same organization less than one year apart Latinos Investing in the Future Together (LIFT): for nonprofits serving Northern Colorado The LIFT Fund was created to shift the narrative around Latino philanthropy in Weld County and Northern Colorado and to build a legacy of impact in the community.

Latinos have long been leaders, organizers, and changemakers in Northern Colorado, often working behind the scenes to make a difference.

This fund brings that collective investment into the light by providing mini-grants to local nonprofits advancing initiatives in: Youth Engagement & Success Economic Mobility and Small Business Support Community-Led Research & Innovation Grant Amount: up to $5,000 (subject to change) Grant Deadline: August 1, 2026 In addition to the Weld Community Foundation’s General Grant Guidelines , Organizations: must have a project that drives meaningful change and has measurable outcomes must have programs that serve the Weld County area addresses needs that are not met fully by existing organizational or community resources demonstrates a well-planned approach to meeting an identified community issue and/or need has an established base of support has committed, skilled leadership and qualified staff to undertake the project The LIFT Fund of Weld County will, in particular, look for: a project that drives meaningful change partnership and volunteering opportunities goal of program self-sufficiency opportunities to leverage funds The LIFT Fund of Weld County does not provide support for: annual campaigns, special event fundraisers or sponsorships, the purchase of tickets for benefits, courtesy advertising activities taking place before grant decisions are made applications from the same organization less than one year apart Littler Youth Fund Program/Project Grants: for youth programs/projects in Weld The Littler Youth Fund supports grants for youth programs/projects in Weld County and is all about making a positive impact in the lives of Weld County youth and addressing current and/or ongoing community needs.

Please note: an organization may only receive one Littler Youth Fund grant per calendar year including program/project and operating grants.

Spring Deadline: Opens December 2, 2025 and closes March 1, 2026 ( decisions will be made by the end of March 2026 ) Fall Deadline: Opens June 1, 2026 and closes September 1, 2026 ( decisions will be made by mid-October 2025 ) Amount: up to $20,000 (subject to change) have programs that benefit the youth of Weld County (defined as birth to 18 years old) address needs that are not met fully by existing organizational or community resources have a well-planned approach to meeting an identified community issue and/or need have an established base of support bring committed, skilled leadership and qualified staff to undertake the project The Community Foundation gives priority to projects that meet one or more of the following criteria: provide for more efficient use of community resources, promote coordination, cooperation and sharing among organizations and reduce the duplication of services in our community test or demonstrate new approaches and techniques for solving important community problems promote volunteer participation and citizen involvement in community affairs build on local community strengths and assets initiate efforts that will continue and grow in their effectiveness The Community Foundation does not make grants from the Littler Youth Fund for: annual campaigns, special event fundraisers or sponsorships, the purchase of tickets for benefits, courtesy advertising activities taking place before grant decisions are made capital requests (except for items such as equipment which significantly increase an organization’s capacity and impact) application for the same funded project less than one year apart scholarships or tuition assistance to private educational institutions Littler Youth Fund Operating Grant : for nonprofits who solely and only provide services to Weld youth The Littler Youth Fund offers general operating grants to support nonprofits whose sole mission is dedicated to providing services to youth only in achieving their mission.

Operating grants enable nonprofits to direct their spending where it is needed and focus on providing effective programs and services that will have the greatest impact in the lives of Weld County youth. Operating grants may be for one year or multiple years which will be determined by the review committee. Operating grants are not available to schools or school foundations.

Please contact the Community Foundation if you are interested in applying for a Littler Operational Grant Fall Deadline: Opens June 15, 2025 and closes September 15, 2025 ( decisions will be made by mid-October 2025 ) Spring Deadline: Opens December 2, 2025 and closes March 1, 2026 ( decisions will be made by the end of March 2026 ) Please Note: Organizations may apply for both Program and General Operating grants for the same grant cycle but may only receive one grant.

If an organization receives a multi-year General Operating grant, they will not be eligible to receive a Program grant during the General Operating grant period. Organizations may only receive one Littler Youth Grant (Program/Project or General Operating) per calendar year.

Grant Amount: up to $35,000 Operating Grants funding request amounts will be based upon organizational operating budget size which serves Weld County and is not inclusive of major one-time or non-routine capital expenditures. Organizations with budgets of less than $250,000 may seek up to $12,500. Organizations with budgets between $250,000 to $500,000 may seek up to $20,000.

Organizations with budgets greater than $500,000 may seek up to $35,000.

Operating Grant Eligibility In addition to the Weld Community Foundation’s General Grant Guidelines , you are eligible to apply for a Littler Youth Fund Operating grant if your organization: whose sole mission is to serve youth (defined as birth to 18 years old) has a physical office in Weld County, Colorado and provides youth services in Weld County, Colorado will only spend funds for programs that are exclusively serving the youth of Weld County, Colorado has been operational AND providing direct services/programs in Weld County, Colorado for at least three years prior to application and has stable executive leadership has previously received a Littler Youth Fund program grant and has submitted all final reporting documentation.

Criteria and Priorities for Applicants: Well-established organizations with a proven track record providing services benefiting the youth of Weld County, Colorado Clearly defined organizational goals and measurable program outcomes and outputs A well-planned approach to meeting an identified community issue and/or need Address needs that are not met fully by existing organizational or community resources Organizations should have an established base of support Have committed, skilled leadership and qualified staff Show evidence of sound financial condition for three years or more with no deficits greater than 10% of the budget Additionally, the Community Foundation looks or Organizations that meet one or more of the following criteria: provide for efficient use of community resources, promote coordination, cooperation and sharing among organizations and reduce duplication of services in our community test or demonstrate new approaches and techniques for solving important community problems promote volunteer participation build on local community strengths and assets initiate efforts that will continue and grow in their effectiveness Littler Youth Fund Teacher Grants: for Weld County Teachers Following thoughtful consideration, the Foundation has decided to discontinue Teacher Grants, but will look to support schools/teachers in Weld County in other ways.

If you are a Weld County teacher looking for classroom grants, please contact the Foundation at 970-304-9970 and we will seek to find other resources for support. Nonprofit Endowment Challenge: for Weld nonprofits to start an endowment at the Foundation The purpose of this matching grant is to inspire Weld County nonprofits to secure their future by establishing or adding to an existing endowment fund!

The Community Foundation will provide a match of $10,000 for each selected organization. The minimum amount to open an endowment fund at the Community Foundation is $20,000. Through the Endowment Challenge, a nonprofit invests $10,000 or more to create an endowment and the Foundation awards up to $10,000 in matching funds.

All endowment funds generated through the Nonprofit Endowment Challenge will be managed by the Weld Community Foundation and will be placed into a permanent, named fund for the organization. Each organization must contribute a minimum of $10,000 by December 31, 2027 and the Foundation will provide a match of $10,000.

Deadline: Opens October 15, 2025 and closes January 15, 2026 ( decisions will be made by the end of February 2026) The Review Committee will give special consideration for: Incorporation of endowment building strategies into the overall development efforts of the organization Involvement and demonstrated leadership of Board members in endowment fundraising Marketing plans that incorporate endowment building and planned giving Organizational stability and track record in raising various types of funds.

Nonprofits who focus on plans to grow the endowment fund once it has been established Meaningful mission statement for the organization. The potential financial vitality and community impact of the organization. The content and feasibility of the proposal outlining how a minimum of $10,000 will be contributed by December 31, 2027.

The ability, capacity and leadership of the organization to meet the stated challenge objectives. Preference will be given to organizations which have been in existence for a minimum of three years.

Preference will also be given to organizations who wish to establish their first organizational endowment, but the match is also open to those who have an existing endowment under the Community Foundation’s management and who wish to further build their fund. Organizations selected for the Nonprofit Endowment Challenge will be offered consulting services to help build competencies and strengthen the agency.

Organizations selected will additionally receive publicity for their endowment campaign from the Community Foundation. Windsor Community Foundation Fund Grants: for organizations that serve the Windsor/Severance area This grant from the Windsor Community Foundation is to help meet the greatest needs in the Windsor/Severance area.

The Windsor Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Weld Community Foundation and was created to serve the people of the greater Windsor community.

Deadline: PLEASE CONTACT THE FOUNDATION FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION Amount: up to $2,500 (subject to change) must have a project that has measurable outcomes must have programs that serve the Windsor/Severance area addresses needs that are not met fully by existing organizational or community resources demonstrates a well-planned approach to meeting an identified community issue and/or need has an established base of support has committed, skilled leadership and qualified staff to undertake the project The Windsor Community Foundation will, in particular, look for: partnership and volunteering opportunities goal of program self-sufficiency opportunities to leverage funds WCF does not provide support for: applications from the same organization less than one year apart Women's Fund of Weld County: for nonprofit programs serving Weld women/girls Funding priority is focused on programming for girls and women and their economic self-sufficiency and self-esteem .

Within that priority, the Women’s Fund concentrates its funding in two strategic areas: girls’ futures; and girls’ and women’s education, employment, training, and self-development. Deadline: Opens May 15th and closes July 31st. Click here for grant guidelines and eligibility requirements.

Click here to learn more about the Women’s Fund of Weld County. You want to empower your nonprofit with lasting resources by starting an endowment? Through this special grant, the Weld Community Foundation can help this become a reality.

Traditionally, to start an endowment with the Foundation the upfront investment is $20,000. But for nonprofits awarded the Endowment Challenge, you only need to initially raise $10,000. Then the awarded grant matches your investment with another $10,000.

Your endowment will help secure your nonprofit’s great future work for decades to come. “Greeley-Weld Habitat for Humanity and our Board are both deeply committed to the work that we do to eradicate poverty housing.

The Endowment Challenge from Weld Community Foundation provided the perfect avenue for us to provide an opportunity for individuals, believers and supporters of our mission to invest in the longevity and sustainability of our organization and provide pathways out of poverty through affordable homeownership for families for generations to come.

” Lowrey Moyer , Faith & Development Director In 2026, the Foundation will host Non Profit 101 Classes throughout Weld County. These are collaborative, community-focused events designed to strenthen and uplift the incredible nonprofit work already happening in our region. The gatherings bring together key players who help our community thrive –nonprofits, funders, community partners, and local business owners.

During each geographically-tailored session, attendees will: • Learn about nonprofit work at both the general and local levels • Explore the current landscape of services, needs, and opportunities in the community • Connect with organizations and individuals who share a mission of creating positive impact • Build partnerships that can strengthen and expand existing efforts Nonprofit 101 classes are free to attend and designed purely as a connective service—an opportunity to network, share, collaborate, and spark ideas that support a stronger, more connected community.

Upcoming Nonprofit 101 Class: April 16, 2026 11:30-1:30 pm Carbon Valley Regional Library, Meeting Room 1 7 Park Avenue, Longmont CO 80504 nonprofit stories of good Here at the Weld Community Foundation, we like to say we get a front-row seat to all the good happening in Weld County. It’s true—we are blessed We are excited to announce our 2024 Nonprofit Wishlist!

As part of our mission to spread the good in Weld County, the Foundation recently surveyed It’s all about a healthy living environment! A grant for $2,500 helped Envision buy and install two electric power lifts. Huge thank you to the