Colorado farmers and ranchers (plus conservation districts, nonprofits and extension offices) can get up to $30,000, with no match, to buy equipment or infrastructure that makes their operation more resilient to drought, wildfire, floods and other climate disasters.
This grant funds individual pieces of equipment or infrastructure that make a Colorado farm or ranch more resilient to climate-related disasters such as drought, wildfire, flood, hail and extreme winter weather. Examples include water tanks, portable corrals, fencing, seed drills and livestock scales. The maximum award is $30,000, with no match required, paid on a reimbursement basis. Applications for the 2027 round are open and due November 23, 2026.
Farmers, ranchers, other individuals
Tribal or local government (including Conservation Districts), 501(c)(3)s, and university extension or field offices
Prior 2025 or 2026 Climate Resilience grantees may apply
Awardees must provide a W9 and proof of insurance
Funds must be spent by June 30, 2027; work before full execution of the agreement is not reimbursable
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