External Grant Opportunities
CDPHE provides School Hazardous Chemical Waste Removal Funding
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is providing financial assistance to schools for the removal of hazardous chemical wastes. Priority is given to schools committed to green chemistry, effective procurement systems to prevent future accumulation, and regulatory compliance. Applicants must submit a chemical inventory, a hygiene plan, and procurement procedures to their Local Public Health Agency (LPHA) for initial review.
Application Deadline: First-come, first-served (reviewed in order of receipt)
Location: Submit to Local Public Health Agency (Direct to CDPHE for select rural counties)
Gary Community Ventures provides My Spark Planning Grants
Gary Community Ventures is offering planning grants to help Colorado communities expand access to universal afterschool and summer enrichment programming.
Application Deadline: February 9, 2026
The Colorado Health Foundation Funding for Youth and Community Programs
The Colorado Health Foundation is offering grant opportunities for organizations focused on developing agency and belonging in youth, as well as designing equitable outdoor spaces. These programs aim to foster connection and improve well-being for young people across the state.
Application Deadline: February 16, 2026
CDE School Counselor Corps Grant Program
SCCGP is a competitive, multi-year grant designed to expand access to comprehensive school counseling services while strengthening graduation rates and postsecondary and workforce readiness. The grant includes a development year (Year 1) followed by three years of implementation funding, with awards supporting licensed school counselors and aligned program development.
Application Deadline: February 26, 2026
Visit the SCCGP webpage for more information.