Yampa River Endowment Fund
Forecasted
The Yampa River Endowment Fund from the Yampa Valley Community Foundation supports projects that enhance river flows, restore habitats, and improve water infrastructure in the Yampa River Basin.
Funder: Yampa Valley Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size and total funding vary by project; multi-year projects allowed (up to 3 years); see guidelines for details.
Summary: Supports projects that enhance water security, river flows, riparian restoration, and infrastructure in the Yampa River Basin.
Key Information: Technical assistance consultation is required before application submission.
Description
The Yampa River Endowment Fund, managed by the Yampa Valley Community Foundation, is dedicated to enhancing water security and sustaining river health throughout the Yampa River Basin. The fund supports voluntary, market-based water leases and reservoir releases to increase river flows, restoration of riparian and aquatic habitats on both public and private lands, and improvements to water storage, distribution, and management infrastructure. Projects should deliver agricultural, industrial, environmental, and recreational benefits, fostering collaboration among local organizations and stakeholders to secure the vitality of the region’s water resources.
