Community Impact Grants
Funding Amount
Up to $3,000
Deadline
May 1, 2026
23 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Impact Grants
Funder: LA PLATA ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION INC (LPEA Round Up Foundation)
Geographic Scope: La Plata and Archuleta Counties within LPEA's service territory
Mission: Support programs and projects that improve quality of life, address critical community needs, and serve residents within LPEA's service territory.
- Award Amount: Up to $3,000 per non-profit organization (typically $500-$3,000)
- Funding Timeline: - Application Submission Due: First business day of each month - Review: Generally last Monday of each month (may be delayed during high application volume) - Award: Typically within 3-4 weeks following board meeting
Funding Details
- Must be a non-profit organization in good standing with the IRS
- Must serve communities within LPEA's service territory
- Request limit: Up to $3,000 or less per non-profit organization
- Frequency restriction: Have not received a Community Impact Grant within the last 24 months
Eligibility Requirements
- For-profit organizations
- Non-specific operating expenses (salary, rent, overhead assistance)
- Payment for LPEA utility bills
What They Do NOT Fund
Funding Source
Funded by LPEA member "Round Up" contributions (members round up their electric bills to the next dollar; average contribution $6.00/year or $0.50/month). Members can also select "Round Up Plus" for additional monthly contributions.- Email: grants@lpea.coop or chugus@lpea.coop
- Phone: (970) 247-5786 or (970) 382-3505
- Contact: Carrie Hugus, Community Outreach Specialist
- Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Durango Office: 45 Stewart St, Durango, CO 81303 (7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
- Pagosa Office: 603 S 8th St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 (7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
Contact Information
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Complete Online Web Form at lpea.coop/grant-programs
2. Submit by: First business day of each month for consideration at that month's board meeting
Required Information to Include
- Specific Request: Clearly state the exact amount requested and detailed explanation of intended use
- Bids: If requesting funds for item purchase or repair, include 2-3 competitive bids - At least one bid should be from a vendor/supplier in the La Plata Electric service territory if possible
- Funding Sources: List all other funding sources available; outline which sources you are pursuing, amounts requested, and amounts already awarded - Foundation encourages applicants to pursue multiple funding sources
- Financial Documentation: Include the organization's most recent financial statement OR project/program-specific budget
- Organization Names: List all names under which the organization has applied for funding support
Post-Grant Requirements (if funded)
Organization must be willing to:
Timeline After Submission
- Applications reviewed in the same month submitted (if complete)
- Decision notification provided when ready
- Organizations contacted regarding funding decisions
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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