For immediate release September 29, 2026   Media contact Adrienne Saia Isaac | Communications Director [email protected]   Summit County Government Grant Program Now Accepting Applications Funding will support local community organizations   Summit County, Colo. – The Summit County Government Grant Program is now accepting applications for 2027 funding for local non-profits and community partners seeking to make a difference in the community. The application deadline is Friday, October 23, 2026. Interested parties based in Summit County can learn more and apply at summitcountyco.gov/grants.   Every year, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) designates a budget to support organizations working in specific areas of focus within the Summit County community. For 2027, the BOCC has decided to given preference to initiatives and programs focused on health and human services, food insecurity, and climate and environmental sustainability.   Over the past year, 25 recipients of this funding have made measurable positive impacts throughout the county. Funded programs included bilingual, theater-based afterschool programming, community education on drought mitigation, supporting survivors of assault, and providing home energy rebates. You can find more grant program success stories here.   Applications are scored by an internal Grant Review Committee, which then presents recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners for final funding approval in a public work session.   Local non-profits and community partners, including those that have previously received funds on an annual basis, should apply online by October 23, 2026, to be considered for 2027 funding. Applicants will be notified of the status of their application in December.   Details and tips for applicants:   Review the list of required documents before applying. Deadline: Friday, October 23, at 11:59 p.m. Read through the application form before starting your application so you know what materials are needed to complete it. You cannot save and return to it later. For donation requests over $1000, please have your organization’s impact data and financial information ready (e.g., annual report, budget documents, tax ID, W9, etc.)   Community organizations with questions about the grant program should contact our Manager Administration team. Media inquiries should be directed to Adrienne Saia Isaac, Director of Communications for Summit County Government. #     #     #