Partners in the Outdoors Grant Program
Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Partners in the Outdoors Grant Program funds collaborative projects advancing outdoor recreation, stewardship, and conservation science across Colorado.
Funder: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline) | October 2027 (Final report due)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per project; total annual pool $120,000–$140,000; typical 12–20 awards/year.
Summary: Supports collaborative projects that advance outdoor recreation, stewardship, and conservation across Colorado.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—confirm on program page before applying.
Description
The Partners in the Outdoors Grant Program, managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, funds collaborative projects that enhance outdoor recreation, stewardship, and conservation throughout Colorado. The program aims to foster partnerships among organizations working at local, regional, or statewide levels to improve access to the outdoors, promote stewardship, and conserve natural resources. Projects must align with one or more priorities in Colorado’s Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP): access and opportunity, stewardship, land/water/wildlife conservation, and financial sustainability. The program encourages diverse, innovative, and impactful initiatives that balance recreation and conservation while strengthening community engagement.
