Funds for Phase 40 have been expended.

Each year, UWLC is awarded federal funds through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program (EFSP). These pass-thru funds are awarded to local emergency food and shelter organizations to supplement and expand the capacity of food, shelter, and utility assistance programs to support individuals and families across Larimer County who are experiencing economic emergencies.

This year Larimer County was awarded $138,716 in federal funds through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under EFSP for Phases 40.

Funds for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year have been expended.

UWLC’s Community Impact grant program aims to drive systems-level change through addressing root causes and inequities within the areas of Youth & Education and Financial Stability.

• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Be registered as a 501(c)(3) with tax exempt status in the State of Colorado, a faith-based organization, or a public school district.
  • Be located in Larimer County with a proposed project/program that benefits Larimer County residents.
  • Be third-party accredited, or working towards accreditation by December 2022 (BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Charity Navigator, Guide Star, etc.)
• Preference will be given to requests which fall in the following categories:
  • Youth and Education: Programs with outcomes in the areas of • Kindergarten Readiness • Third Grade Reading Proficiency • High school completion • Self-sufficiency in young adults up to age 25 (i.e., successful post-secondary education completion, job training/participation opportunities, etc.)  • Social-emotional health and mentoring programs when measured outcomes relate to Kindergarten readiness, 3rd-grade reading proficiency, high school completion, or postsecondary success. Child care scholarships will notbe funded this year via Community Impact Grants. Please ask us about our Larimer County Child Care Fund for more information on how we are supporting families with accessing affordable care.
  • Financial Stability: Programs with outcomes in the areas of • Housing Stability – Eviction Prevention – Youth Homelessness  • Workforce Participation (training, coaching, job placement) • Food Stability for families and individuals of all ages • Money Management for families and individuals of all ages.

Funds for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year have been expended.

At United Way of Larimer County (UWLC), we believe the nonprofit sector plays a vital role in creating and maintaining a resilient community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, partnerships between public, private, and nonprofit organizations enabled an effective, efficient response to community needs. Nonprofits participated in collaborative efforts to distribute direct financial assistance and facilitate crucial programs for everything from meeting basic needs to increasing vaccine access and utilization. These activities highlighted the essential role of grassroots and community-led organizations (GCLOs) in serving Larimer County residents, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.

However, this work has also shed light on the critical need of many organizations for access to resources which increase their capacity to provide services and sustain their operations. This became especially clear as state and local agencies reviewed applications for pandemic-related funding support from local GCLOs. Although these applicants presented a compelling case for support and were well-qualified to facilitate the programs they sought support for and connect with their communities, many lacked the necessary infrastructure to successfully compete for and manage government funds.

Training and technical assistance will be provided by an experienced consultant with expertise in securing and managing federal funds, with additional support from UWLC’s Nonprofit Excellence program staff, who will work closely with UWLC’s partners in state, county, and municipal governments and other funding organizations to ensure alignment with standards and requirements applicable to cohort participants. There is no cost to participate in this program.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be registered as a 501(c)(3) with tax exempt status in the State of Colorado, or are working with a fiscal sponsor (must have secured a fiscal sponsor by May 13th, 2022)
• Be located in Larimer County and providing programs or services which benefit Larimer County residents
• Provide services which address community needs or opportunities in one or more of United Way’s focus areas
• Have annual operating budgets of less than $500,000 and/or are led by people from the communities they serve
• Require support to develop knowledge, skills, and organizational infrastructure needed to successfully secure and manage grant funding

Funds for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year have been expended.

At United Way of Larimer County, we believe the nonprofit sector plays a vital role in creating and maintaining a resilient community and that donors’ dollars should be used to fund effective and efficient programs that show results. United Way provides a variety of resources designed to help local nonprofits meet local needs and achieve excellence. Our Nonprofit Excellence Grants program provides financial support for capacity-building activities and high-impact, innovative solutions which help nonprofit organizations work more effectively and efficiently over the long term, including training/technical assistance, technology, equipment, facilitation, and more. Receiving an award through another United Way grant program does not disqualify an applicant from this program.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with tax-exempt status in the State of Colorado, a faith-based organization, a public school district, or working with a fiscal sponsor.
• Be located in Larimer County and providing programs or services which benefit Larimer County residents.
• Provide services which address community needs or opportunities in one or more of United Way’s focus areas.
• Demonstrate a commitment to advancing racial equity in Larimer County.

Preference will be given to requests which:

• Serve to advance racial equity in Larimer County.
• Reduce duplication and/or promote collaboration among local service providers.
• Are led by people from the communities they serve.
• Are led by and/or primarily serving Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) individuals.
• Have broad geographic reach within Larimer County OR serve people in rural areas or underinvested neighborhoods.
• Are smaller organizations (annual budget less than $500,000).”