[Grand Foundation](https://www.grandfoundation.com)

July 31, 2026 | October 1, 2026 | December 31, 2026 | March 1, 2027

Need-based; typical awards cover costs for youth education, activities, or opportunities. Paid directly to service providers.

Provides financial assistance to Grand County youth (birth–18) for education, activities, and opportunities based on demonstrated need.

--- ## Description The Blue Valley Ranch Youth Fund, administered by the Grand Foundation, offers financial support to youth residing in Grand County, Colorado, from birth to age 18. The fund assists with costs related to education, extracurricular activities, sports, camps, and other developmental opportunities. Grants are awarded based on individual or family need, considering income, family dynamics, and unforeseen circumstances. All funding is paid directly to organizations providing the relevant services or activities, not to individuals or as reimbursement for past expenses. The application process is confidential and aims to ensure that support reaches those who need it most. --- ## Due Dates - July 31, 2026 - October 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026 - March 1, 2027 --- ## Funding Amount - Awards are need-based and determined on a case-by-case basis. - Grants typically cover the costs of specific educational, recreational, or activity-related expenses for youth. - Funds are paid directly to the organizations providing the activities or services; no reimbursements to individuals. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be full-time residents of Grand County, Colorado. - Youth must be between birth and 18 years old. - Grants are based on demonstrated need, including family income, family dynamics, and extenuating circumstances. - Applications must be submitted by a parent or guardian. - The fund generally awards support once per calendar year per applicant, but exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances. - No funds will be provided for activities already completed or reimbursed. - The fund will not support political activities or campaigns. - Commitment from parents/guardians for a portion of the total cost is encouraged. --- ## Application Process - Download and complete the [grant application form](https://www.grandfoundation.com/Portals/0/Blue%20Valley%20Ranch%20Application.doc). - Submit the application by mail or in person to: - Blue Valley Ranch Youth Fund c/o Grand Foundation, Attn: Megan Ledin, P.O. Box 1342, Winter Park, CO 80482 - Or deliver to the Grand Foundation Office at Fraser Valley Shopping Center Suite 203, Fraser, CO (above Rocky Mtn. Roastery) - Required attachments include: - First two pages of the parent/guardian’s federal tax return (Form 1040 and relevant schedules) - Individual’s scholarship application to the relevant entity - Invoice or quote from the organization to be paid - Each application is reviewed confidentially by Grand Foundation staff. - Applicants are notified of funding decisions within a month of the application deadline. --- ## Additional Information - If duplicate funding is received from another source for the same request, the fund must be reimbursed. - Any changes to the approved grant request must be discussed with the committee before funds are used. - All tax information is shredded after each grant cycle for confidentiality. - Competition Center and Winter Park Ski & Ride School have their own separate funds; applicants for those programs should apply to those specific funds. --- ## External Links - [Blue Valley Ranch Youth Fund Program Page](https://www.grandfoundation.com/Grants/Blue-Valley-Ranch-Youth-Fund) - [Download Application Form (DOC)](https://www.grandfoundation.com/Portals/0/Blue%20Valley%20Ranch%20Application.doc) - [Grand Foundation Main Website](https://www.grandfoundation.com) - [Contact Page](https://www.grandfoundation.com/Contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |-------------------|-----------------------------|---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Megan Ledin, Executive Director | megan@grandfoundation.com | 970-887-3111 ext 3 | Grand Foundation, P.O. Box 1342, Winter Park, CO 80482 | | General Inquiries | info@grandfoundation.com | 970-887-3111 | 551 Zerex St. C 203, Fraser, CO 80442 | ---

Blue Valley Ranch Youth Fund

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