Matching Grants
The Natural Resources Matching Grants Program:
is open to all Colorado Conservation districts that are in "Good Standing" (meeting minimum standards as required by state statute and the CSCB)
is to help Districts implement private lands on-the-ground conservation projects and educational conservation activities
provides matching state funds towards the costs of such projects and activities within each district
leverages dollars as the District and their partners provide the other funding – half of the state award must be matched with hard cash (see Application Guidelines)
The grant is competitive and a committee of government and private conservation experts score the applications based on:
focused approach with measurable outcomes
conservation impact
feasibility
district involvement
partner involvement
Please be sure to read the Application Guidelines and Operational Guidelines or Matching Grant Key Points before submitting your application to ensure full understanding of the requirements and commitment involved.
Contact the CSCB main office or your regional CSCB Field Specialist with questions about the program.
2025 Matching Grant Application Materials
Applications are Due July 21, 2024
2025 Matching Grant Application Narrative
2025 Matching Grant Application Budget
Help with Applying for a CSCB Matching Grant
Matching Grant Application Guidelines
Matching Grant Scoring Criteria
Contact the Grant Administrator with any questions or concerns.