Program areas at WCCF
Western Colorado Community Foundation receives and accepts donations to be administered to promote charitable giving, builds and manages charitable funds for the Community good, and provides grants, scholarships, and other resources to benefit the organizations and communities of Western Colorado.
Youth mental health and wellness - our Community is seeing increases in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and considerations of suicide in our youth. Our youthstrong initiative empowers youth to build resilience and navigate the challenges of today's world. We collaborate with nonprofit partners to identify the highest needs and gaps in services for youth that we address through funding and technical assistance.
Hunger relief - with funding from a private Foundation, we provided staff support to the mesa county hunger alliance, a coalition of 20+ hunger relief organizations, and facilitated planning and preparation of a 5-year plan, mesa county blueprint to end hunger. Implementation of action steps began in 2020 and continued in 2023.
Our environment initiative core stands for conservation, outdoor recreation, and environment. We organize site visits, education opportunities, and an annual donor giving circle for people interested in funding projects that preserve our landscapes, expand outdoor recreation opportunities for underrepresented populations, and work on issues related to clean air, water, and alternative energy.