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

December 4, 2026 (Request for Funding close date)

Typical grant: $1,000–$5,000; requests up to $25,000 considered for small capital needs

Intake process for nonprofits to request general operating, project, or small capital support, with funding matches made when possible.

--- ## Description The Request for Funding (RFF) from the Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) is an open intake process for nonprofits to share their organizational, project, or small capital needs (under $25,000). Unlike formal competitive grant programs, the RFF is designed to help WCCF staff understand community needs and match eligible nonprofit requests with available donor-advised or field-of-interest funds when a compatible opportunity arises. Funding is not guaranteed; this is a match-making process rather than a direct grant competition. --- ## Due Dates - December 4, 2026: Request for Funding (RFF) close date (submission deadline) Applications are reviewed quarterly, and WCCF staff will contact applicants within about a month if a potential funding match is identified. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards through the RFF process range from **$1,000 to $5,000**. - Requests for small capital needs up to **$25,000** are eligible, but most awards are at the lower end of this range. - Funding is contingent on a match with available donor funds and is not guaranteed. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must meet all the following criteria: - Be a **tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity** or an organization serving a charitable purpose (such as schools, government entities, or churches with charitable programs). - Operate in or serve one or more of WCCF’s seven-county region: **Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, or Rio Blanco** counties in Colorado. - Be **registered with the Colorado Secretary of State** and in good standing. **Ineligible applicants/activities:** - Private foundations and private operating foundations - Organizations engaging in lobbying activities - Individuals, budget shortfalls, operating reserves, or fundraising events --- ## Application Process 1. Review eligibility and funding guidelines on the [WCCF funding page](https://wc-cf.org/explore-funding). 2. Access the [WCCF online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=westcocf) and log in or create an account. 3. Select the "Request for Funding (RFF)" opportunity and submit required information about your organization, funding need, and community impact. 4. Applications are reviewed quarterly; WCCF will contact you within about a month if a potential funding match is identified. 5. There is no limit to the number of RFF submissions per year, but most organizations receive funding through this process no more than once annually. --- ## Additional Information - Organizations may submit RFFs and also apply for other WCCF competitive grant programs concurrently. - The RFF process is not a guarantee of funding; it is an intake and matchmaking mechanism. - For questions about eligibility or the application, contact WCCF directly (see below). --- ## External Links - [WCCF Explore Funding & RFF Information](https://wc-cf.org/explore-funding) - [WCCF Grant Portal (Apply/Login)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=westcocf) - [IRS Exempt Organization Types](https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-types) - [IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search](https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------| | Funder | Western Colorado Community Foundation | | Mailing Address | PO Box 4334, Grand Junction, CO 81502 | | Phone | 970-243-3767 | | Grant Portal | [https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=westcocf](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=westcocf) | | General Info | [https://wc-cf.org/contact/](https://wc-cf.org/contact/) |

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