To: Board of County Commissioners
Through: Michelle Halstead, Director, Commissioners’ Office
Prepared By:
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Sara Overby, Management Analyst, Commissioners’ Office
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Presenter: Sara Overby, Management Analyst, Commissioners’ Office
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Subject:
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12:00 PM *Aid to Agencies 2027 Grant Recommendations
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Purpose and Request:
recommended action
The purpose of this study session is to provide funding recommendations for the 2027 Aid to Agencies competitive grant program for approval by the Board of County Commissioners as part of the 2027 budget.
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Alignment with Strategic Plan: Good Governance - Understand and respond to community needs, interests, and values.
Background and Discussion: Established in 2008, the Aid to Agencies (A2A) program was created by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to provide financial support to nonprofit organizations that address critical service gaps across Arapahoe County. The program is funded through the County’s General Fund.
Over time, A2A has evolved to reflect changing community needs and fiscal conditions. Following the passage of Ballot Measure 1A, the program is currently operating with a budget of $3,079,500, structured around two funding mechanisms:
· Safety Net Funding: Annual allocations to core service providers that deliver essential programs the County could not otherwise offer.
· Competitive Grants: Merit-based funding opportunities for eligible nonprofits through an open application and review process.
The 2026 A2A application cycle was open from June 1 to August 7, with applications submitted through an online platform. During this period, the A2A team (comprised of the community resources, human services, public health and commissioners’ office departments) hosted three applicant workshops to help nonprofits understand the program.
Eligibility and Funding Priorities
Organizations must:
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A total of 100 applications were received, representing $8,467,0...
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