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Apply For A Grant

Community Grants are made possible by the generous contributions of individuals and business partners. As a nonprofit with a small staff, we only accept proposals by invitation.

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PROGRAM FOCUS: Forever Our Rivers invests in projects that spring from community input. Priorities include:

  • The connection of communities to their rivers through education, recreation or access. Projects that benefit socio-economically challenged and rural communities are preferred.
  • The long-term protection of rivers, wetlands and riparian habitats.
  • Projects that improve water quality or quantity.
  • Projects that leverage previous conservation efforts.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE: Tribal governments and organizations, and nonprofits. Projects must be located in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah or Arizona.

AWARD AMOUNT: Awards range from $2,500 to $25,000, with the average award amount $7,000. We do not fund advocacy or endowments.

MATCH REQUIREMENT: Cash and in-kind matches are encouraged but not required.

APPLICATION TIMELINE: Forever Our Rivers will accept grant applications between June 15 and October 1. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applicants will be notified whether they are selected for funding within 45 days of submission.

Application Form

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