To: Board of County Commissioners
Through: Michelle Halstead, Director, Commissioners' Office
Prepared By:
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Daniela Villarreal, Management Analyst, Commissioners' Office
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Presenter: Daniela Villarreal, Management Analyst, Commissioners' Office
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Subject:
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3:30 PM *Aid to Agencies Program Overview
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Purpose and Request:
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The purpose of this study session is to provide an overview of the Aid to Agencies program and seek concurrence to advance the 2026 grant cycle.
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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 Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to provide financial support to nonprofit organizations addressing critical service gaps for residents across the county. Funded through General Fund dollars, the program has awarded more than $30 million to 79 unique nonprofit organizations since its inception. For the 2026-2027 funding cycle, $3,079,500 in general fund monies will be available through the Aid to Agencies program, inclusive of safety net provider allocations.
The program was redesigned in 2025, consistent with the county's strategic plan Arapahoe Forward, aligning investments with measurable outcomes and community-identified priorities. The updated framework prioritizes nonprofit programs serving Arapahoe County residents within four core service categories:
* Housing and Homeless Services
* Food Assistance
* Mental and Behavioral Health/Substance Use Services
* Transportation Services
To further strengthen equity and community impact, the framework also prioritizes services supporting targeted populations experiencing disproportionate barriers to stability and access, including:
* Individuals with disabilities
* Minority communities
* Older Adults
* Justice-involved individuals
* Youth
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