[Western Colorado Community Foundation](https://wc-cf.org)

December 4, 2026 (RFF final submission deadline, closes at 5:00 PM)

Typical grants: $1,000–$5,000 (general/project/small capital); Capital Campaign RFF: $10,000–$25,000+

Nonprofits may submit requests for general, project, or capital funding, which WCCF uses to match with donor funds across diverse community sectors.

--- ## Description The Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) Request for Funding (RFF) is designed for nonprofits seeking general operating, project, or capital support. The RFF process is not a formal grant application but a mechanism for WCCF to learn about community needs and connect nonprofits with compatible donor funds. There are two tracks: general/project/small capital requests (under $25,000) and Capital Campaign RFF (for capital needs over $25,000). Funding supports a wide range of sectors including animal care, arts and culture, community engagement, education, environment, health, human services, suicide prevention, and youth development. --- ## Due Dates - December 4, 2026: Request for Funding (RFF) final submission deadline (closes at 5:00 PM) --- ## Funding Amount - **General/project/small capital RFF:** Typical grant awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. - **Capital Campaign RFF:** Typical awards range from $10,000 to $25,000 for capital projects; requests over $25,000 are considered under this track. - **Note:** Funding is donor-driven and subject to fund availability; most organizations receive funding no more than once per year through this process. --- ## Eligibility To be considered, organizations must: - Be a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity, **or** serve a charitable purpose (e.g., schools, government entities, or churches with charitable programs). - Have offices and/or provide services in one of the seven counties served by WCCF: Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, or Rio Blanco. - Be registered and in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State. **Not eligible:** - Private foundations, private operating foundations, or organizations engaging in lobbying. - Individuals, budget shortfalls, operating reserves, or fundraising events. For more on eligible organization types, see the [IRS Exempt Organization Types](https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-types). --- ## Application Process - All requests must be submitted through the [WCCF grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=westcocf). - The process is not a competitive grant application; it is a submission of needs for potential donor matching. - Organizations may submit multiple RFFs per year, but typically receive funding once annually. - Requests are reviewed quarterly; WCCF staff will contact applicants within a month if a potential match is found. - Required materials and information are outlined in the portal and may include organizational details, project descriptions, and funding needs. --- ## Additional Information - RFF submissions can be made for a variety of needs: general operations, specific projects, small capital, or large capital campaigns. - WCCF manages over 330 funds and distributes over $6.6 million annually. - Organizations may apply to other WCCF grant programs in addition to the RFF. --- ## External Links - [WCCF Explore Funding page](https://wc-cf.org/explore-funding) - [WCCF Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=westcocf) - [IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search](https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/) - [IRS Exempt Organization Types](https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-types) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------------------|-----------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact Form](https://wc-cf.org/contact/) | 970-243-3767 | PO Box 4334, Grand Junction, CO 81502 | | Database & Records Associate (Talitha Costello) | tcostello@wc-cf.org | | | | Program Officer (Sarah Fuller) | sfuller@wc-cf.org | | | ---

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