Early Childhood and Family Support Innovation Grants in Colorado (USA)
GrantID: 75085
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
The grant opportunity supports programs in Colorado focused primarily on improving outcomes for children and youth—especially early childhood (from birth to age five) and comprehensive sex education. Awards grants to nonprofit organizations (including tax‑exempt under 501(c)(3)), and government entities; individuals are not eligible.
Grants typically range from about $10,000 to $50,000, though larger grants are available in special capital cycles. The funds are intended to help with program/project support, planning, operations, technical assistance, and in limited cases, infrastructure or building improvements (especially for childcare/preschool capacity).
A high priority is placed on serving underserved or rural communities—those outside the more well‑resourced urban metro regions—and populations that may have less access to resources (for example, low‑income families, communities of color, young parents). Grant applicants should have a strong track record or promising program model, include evaluation or assessment components, and demonstrate alignment with quality standards. Non‑discrimination policies are required.
In terms of what is not funded: this grant does not support individuals, medical programs, programs outside Colorado, endowments, or lobbying/political or religious promotion.
There are multiple cycles per year (in mid‑January, early May, and early September). Capital grants (for building or expanding licensed infant/toddler/preschool sites) have added requirements such as multi‑year business plans, demonstrated community need, and a portion of the total capital campaign already raised.
If you are located in Colorado and working in the area of Children & Childcare, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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