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Transforming Safety Initiative Community Grants Program

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Transforming Safety Initiative Community Grants Program

Status: Not currently accepting applications

Geographic Scope: Southeast Colorado Springs, El Paso County, and Teller County

Background:
Established in 2017 through House Bill 17-1326, the Transforming Safety Initiative represents a new approach to public safety that invests in strategies strengthening communities to prevent crime. The bill reinvests $4 million annually in savings from parole reforms to fund a three-year pilot program. PPCF was selected to facilitate the local planning process and manage the grant program for Southeast Colorado Springs.

Purpose: Reduce crime and prevent recidivism in Southeast Colorado Springs

Funding Focus Areas:

Support adults and youth who are or have been involved in the criminal justice system to reduce recidivism or incidence of reoffending

Improve community-based supports to reduce violence and neglect in families

Help youth (up to age 25) develop skills and resilience to avoid, reduce, or stop high-risk behaviors that can lead to criminal justice system involvement

Address systemic causes of economic, racial, and academic disparities

Eligibility Requirements:

Qualified 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations serving El Paso or Teller Counties

Schools or religious institutions

Must serve Southeast Colorado Springs (as defined by the Local Planning Team)

Very competitive funding with specific eligibility criteria

Contact Information:

Phone: 719.389.1251

Address: 315 E Pikes Peak Ave, #120, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Email: info@ppcf.org

Additional Resources:

More comprehensive information available at the Transforming Safety Colorado website, which includes full history, local planning team details, community advocates, and application information

Organization: Pikes Peak Community Foundation (PPCF)