Public Education, Participation, and Outreach Grant Program
The PEPO Grant Program funds statewide and basin-specific projects that advance public education and outreach on Colorado water issues, supporting the Colorado Water Plan through science-based awareness and engagement initiatives.
Funder: Colorado Water Conservation Board
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | June 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 annually for Statewide Initiatives; up to $25,000 per basin per year for Basin Coordinator grants; 1-year duration, renewable.
Summary: Supports statewide and basin-specific water education and outreach projects that align with the Colorado Water Plan.
Key Information: 25% match required (cash or in-kind), but waivers are possible for financial hardship.
Description
The Public Education, Participation, and Outreach (PEPO) Grant Program funds initiatives that enhance public awareness and understanding of water issues in Colorado. Established by the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), the program supports both Statewide Initiatives—projects of multi-basin or statewide importance such as education campaigns and awareness surveys—and Basin Coordinator grants, which fund individuals or organizations to coordinate education and outreach within each of Colorado’s nine river basins. All projects must align with the Colorado Water Plan and respective Basin Implementation Plans, and require approval from the relevant basin roundtable.
