Community Grants

Supporting a range of community needs and promoting a culture of philanthropy in Teton County, Wyoming.

Geographic Scope: Teton County, Wyoming

Eligibility:

• Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, government entity, or other IRS-recognized charitable organization serving Teton County, Wyoming
• OR be fiscally-sponsored by an entity that meets these requirements
• No for-profit applicants, even with a qualified fiscal sponsor
• Grant funds must be used exclusively in and for the benefit of Teton County, Wyoming

What They Fund:

• New or existing programs
• Capital projects
• Equipment purchases
• Capacity building
• General operations

What They Don't Fund:

• Debt retirement
• Religious or political activities
• Primary focus on influencing legislation
• Projects or training that have already been completed
• Requests that have been funded by the Community Foundation or requested within the past 12 months cannot be resubmitted

Available Funds: Typically awards $700,000–$750,000 per year total to eligible organizations

Contact Information:

• Email: grants@cfjacksonhole.org
• Phone: (307) 739-1026
• Mailing Address: P.O. Box 574, Jackson, WY 83001
• Physical Address: 145 E. Snow King Ave.

Notes: Organizations outside of Teton County, Wyoming that wish to apply for funding for services offered in Teton County must contact the Community Foundation in advance of applying.

Application Process

2026 Timeline:

• Application Period: January 28 at 12 pm MST — March 4 at 5 pm MST
• 5-week application period intended to allow applicants time to coordinate with organizations and establish strategic project partnerships
• Grant Notifications: Week of May 4

2027 Timeline:

• Similar to 2026; specific dates to be announced in fall 2026

Application Requirements:

• Applicants may request $3,000–$30,000
• Proposals may be partially funded
• The 2026 Competitive Grants Tip Sheet is an important resource that organizations are asked to review prior to applying

How to Apply:

1. Visit the CFJH Grant Applications platform
2. Complete the application form
3. Submit by the deadline: March 4 at 5 pm MST (for 2026)

Support Available:

• Organizations may schedule time with the CFJH Grants Team to discuss any Competitive Grants questions

Reporting Requirements:

• Grantees must submit a Grant Report after completing their proposed work
• Report form focuses on: work's impact, evaluation strategies, budget variations, and Foundation recognition
• Grantees are invited to submit photos if available
• Access report form through CFJH Grant Applications platform
• 2025 Competitive Grants reporting due: December 1, 2026
• 2026 Competitive Grants reporting due: December 1, 2027
• Contact Grants Associate Cindy Corona with reporting questions

Recognition Requirements:

• Grantees must adhere to the Foundation's Communication Requirements For Grant Recipients