Community Priorities Fund Grant

The Community Priorities Fund Grant, established by the Grand County Board of County Commissioners, aims to enhance the quality of life in Grand County, Colorado, through targeted support for childcare, housing, and local tourism. Funded by lodging tax revenue, it allocates at least 30% for community needs and 50% for tourism marketing. The BOCC's commitment ensures that 20% of the new tax revenue will directly support community priorities, fostering a sustainable and vibrant local economy for residents and visitors alike.

The Community Priorities Fund, a fund of the Grand Foundation, was established by the Grand County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) because of the 1A ballot measure that was approved in November 2024, as a result of Colorado HB 22-1117. This allowed for the expanded use of lodging tax revenue to also support childcare and housing for the local workforce, as well as to facilitate and enhance the visitor experiences. The BOCC believes the citizens and residents of Grand County would be better served if a portion of the lodging tax revenue went to these needs. The approved ballot language allowed that no less than 30% of the new lodging tax revenue would be allocated for the community needs and that no less than 50% be allocated for advertising and the market of local tourism. The remaining 20% would be allocated during the annual budget appropriations each year. For 2025, the BOCC decided to allocate 20% to the community priorities fund.