Grant funding:

Conserving, protecting, enhancing. 

At the Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District, grants represent a vital avenue for driving forward our mission of responsible water management and environmental stewardship. These grants empower us to embark on innovative projects that span conservation, infrastructure enhancement, and community engagement.

Explore our previously funded projects

Use the map on the right to explore projects that we have funded through our Diversion Infrastructure Improvement Project funding and our Community Grant Project funding.

Community Grant Funding

The Community Grant Funding Project was established to assist with funding projects that align with the UYWCD mission to conserve, protect, develop, and enhance the water resources of the Upper Yampa River Basin for the benefit of the Basin. The UYWCD Board of Directors allocated $100,000 in the annual budget to assist with local projects that fall within the criteria and guidelines.

Who can apply?

1. Public agencies including local governments such as municipalities and counties, special districts such as irrigation or conservation districts, and all public authorities
2. Private corporations including mutual ditch companies, homeowners associations, and partnerships
3. Non-governmental organizations including non-profit and for-profit organizations and corporations
4. Private landowners and individuals

Project categories

Projects in the following categories may be eligible:

1. Infrastructure Improvements
2. Water Supply Planning
3. River Restoration
4. Water Quality & Watershed Health
5. Education & Outreach

For more information, please review the Community Grant Funding Project Guidelines and Application below.

Please contact Holly Kirkpatrick for a pre-application consultation prior to completing the application.