Grants support local scientific projects in Routt County, Colorado that advance climate action through habitat restoration, renewable energy, and climate-friendly solutions to address regional climate change impacts.
Funder: Yampa Valley Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; typically 4–5 awards per cycle.
Summary: Supports local projects advancing the Routt County Climate Action Plan, including habitat restoration, renewable energy, and climate-friendly transportation, to address climate change impacts in the Yampa Valley.
The Routt County Climate Action Collaborative Fund, managed by the Yampa Valley Community Foundation, provides grants to support projects that advance the Routt County Climate Action Plan. The fund targets local initiatives that address the impacts of climate change in the Yampa Valley, including earlier snowpack runoff, increased risk of drought and wildfire, and threats to the region’s natural environment and economy. Eligible projects may include habitat restoration, waste diversion, fuel-switching, energy assessments, renewable energy deployment, and climate-friendly transportation solutions. The fund aims to help Routt County adapt to changing climate conditions and preserve community well-being.