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CAVE Scholarship Program

Colo Assn for Viticulture & Enology

Foundation Annual Grants for Startups

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Current deadline
March 2, 2027
Tracked since
April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

From the program guidelines: “Application period: October through March annually”

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

  • Must be a current CAVE member OR a student currently enrolled in viticulture or enology programs
  • Current CAVE Board Members and staff may NOT apply

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: Must complete the application form completely (incomplete applications will not be considered)
  • Not eligible: Incomplete applications will not be considered

Overview

Geographic Scope: Colorado

Program Description: CAVE annually awards numerous scholarships to current members seeking to further their education in enology, viticulture, or curriculum with an emphasis in the wine and grape industry. The awards are not in predetermined amounts and may vary from year to year.

Key Details

  • Award amounts: Variable year to year, not predetermined
  • Application period: October through March annually
  • Non-discrimination: CAVE does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, religion, or gender
  • Reapplication: Previous applicants and recipients are eligible to reapply each year in open competition with new applicants
  • Board discretion: All scholarship recommendations made by the Scholarship Committee are subject to final approval by the CAVE Board of Directors
  • Reservation of right: CAVE reserves the right not to award scholarships at all in any given year

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a current CAVE member OR a student currently enrolled in viticulture or enology programs
  • Must complete the application form completely (incomplete applications will not be considered)
  • Current CAVE Board Members and staff may NOT apply

Contact Information

  • Phone: 970-464-0111
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Address: 124 West 3rd St. Palisade, CO 81501
  • Mailing Address: PO Box 1556 Palisade, CO 81526

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Application Period: Apply between October and March
  2. Application Form: Complete the scholarship application form in its entirety
  3. Submission: Submit application by the March 2nd deadline
  4. Review: Applications are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee
  5. Approval: All scholarship recommendations are subject to final approval by the CAVE Board of Directors

Required Materials

  • Completed application form (all sections must be filled out)
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered

Important Notes

  • Application form is available on the website
  • Applicants should "Apply Today" using the provided application link

What Colo Assn for Viticulture & Enology actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
1
Total given
$21K
Median grant
$21K
  • By dollars: Colorado 100%. Top recipient cities: Broomfield, CO.

Example grants

  • Colorado Wine Industry Development · Broomfield, CO

    Viticulture Specialist at CSU Extension

    $21K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Startups

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