Littler Youth Fund Operating Grant

The Littler Youth Fund Operating Grant supports nonprofits serving Weld County youth, offering funding based on organizational budget size. Grants range from $12,500 for budgets under $250,000 to $35,000 for budgets exceeding $500,000. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) entities providing dedicated youth services, with at least three years of operational experience in Weld County. The grant aims to empower nonprofits to effectively direct spending towards impactful youth programs.

NOTE: Award Amounts- Operating Grants funding request amounts will be based upon organizational operating budget size which serves Weld County and is not inclusive of major one-time or non-routine capital expenditures.

1. Organizations with budgets of less than $250,000 may seek up to $12,500.
2. Organizations with budgets between $250,000 to $500,000 may seek up to $20,000.
3. Organizations with budgets greater than $500,000 may seek up to $35,000.

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Awards from Weld Community Foundation’s competitive grant programs are determined in partnership with local volunteers from throughout Weld. This locally-based advisory process ensures that grant opportunities address the changing needs of our communities.
Grants awarded from Weld Community Foundation have enriched many avenues of community; from senior care to youth, arts initiatives to capital campaigns.
for nonprofits who solely and only provide services to Weld youth
The Littler Youth Fund offers general operating grants to support nonprofits whose sole mission is dedicated to providing services to youth only in achieving their mission. Operating grants enable nonprofits to direct their spending where it is needed and focus on providing effective programs and services that will have the greatest impact in the lives of Weld County youth. Operating grants may be for one year or multiple years which will be determined by the review committee.
Award Amounts
Operating Grants funding request amounts will be based upon organizational operating budget size which serves Weld County and is not inclusive of major one-time or non-routine capital expenditures.
Organizations with budgets between $250,000 to $500,000 may seek up to $20,000.

Eligibility

Weld Community Foundation provides charitable funding to:Nonprofits classified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) organizationsOther eligible tax exempt entities (such as municipalities, schools and faith-based organizations)Non-exempt groups with a fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3) organization, public school, or public agencyOrganizations should also predominantly serve residents of Weld County, ColoradoLittler Youth Fund Operating Grant is for nonprofits who solely and only provide services to Weld youthPlease Note: Organizations may apply for both Program and General Operating grants for the Fall grant cycle but may only receive one grant.Operating Grant EligibilityIn addition to the Weld Community Foundation’s General Grant Guidelines, you are eligible to apply for a Littler Youth Fund Operating grant if your organization:whose sole mission is to serve youth (defined as birth to 18 years old)has a physical office in Weld County, Colorado and provides youth services in Weld County, Coloradowill only spend funds for programs that are exclusively serving the youth of Weld County, Coloradohas been operational AND providing direct services/programs in Weld County, Colorado for at least three years prior to application and has stable executive leadershiphas previously received a Littler Youth Fund program grant and has submitted all final reporting documentation.

Ineligibility

Operating grants are not available to schools or school foundations.If an organization receives a multi-year General Operating grant, they will not be eligible to receive a Program grant during the General Operating grant period. If an organization receives a Spring Program grant, they will not be eligible to receive a Fall Operating or Program grant.Weld Community Foundation does not fund:Expenses already incurred, deficit funding, debt retirement or funding to obligated commitmentsPolitical campaignsLobbying in the form of calls to action on a specific voteReligious activities: The Weld Community Foundation does not fund charitable activities that promote a religion or require participation in a religious activity as a condition for receiving services. However, grants may be made to faith-based organizations for non-religious purposes.