City of Aspen- Non-Profit Grant Program

City of Aspen- Non-Profit Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: City of Aspen
Amount: Up to US $100,000
Last Updated: September 04, 2025

Summary

The City of Aspen's Non-Profit Grant Program supports local organizations that enhance community health, environmental protection, and cultural enrichment. With over $18 million awarded since 2011, grants of up to $100,000 are available to eligible non-profits. Organizations requesting over $50,000 must provide a recent financial review. Funds cannot be used for capital campaigns, political activities, or direct support for ongoing positions, ensuring the focus remains on impactful community projects.

Overview

Health & Human Services, Community Non-Profit, and Arts & Culture Grants The City of Aspen’s Grant Program supports non-profit organizations that promote a mentally and physically healthy community; provide protection for our natural environment; and create opportunities for connections for all community members, through partnerships, ease of access, stewardship, arts and cultural enrichment, and innovation. Since 2011, the City of Aspen has contributed more than $18 million in grant funding to our local non-profits in recognition of the vital role they play in our community. Funding The maximum amount any organization may request is $100,000. Any grants submitted for a higher amount will be automatically reduced to this cap. Organizations requesting over $50,000 (in cash, in-kind support, or a combination thereof) must:Have received an outside financial review within the last three years. Submit a copy of such a review with the grant application.The maximum cash amount any organization may receive is limited to 15% of the operating budget for the current fiscal year, or $100,000, whichever is less.For example, an organization with an operating budget of $100,000 will be limited to a maximum cash award of $15,000, regardless of the request amount.This maximum award percentage does not apply to organizations requesting $10,000 or less.Multi-Year Requests:All organizations requesting $10,000 or less may choose to apply for a one- or two-year funding term.Organizations requesting more than $10,000 are limited to a one-year funding term.

Eligibility

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Ineligibility

The City of Aspen grants program funds may not be used for:Capital campaigns or fundraisers Political or lobbying campaigns Pass-through grants (activity that passes grant funds onto other organizations)Direct requests (as opposed to costs associated with project requests) to fund labor costs associated with ongoing positions, or termed positions lasting longer than the grant period.