Eligibility

Just for Kids accepts applications from organizations or individuals proposing to empower and/or enrich the lives of children in the San Miguel Watershed (Telluride, Norwood, Redvale, Nucla, Naturita, Paradox and all points in between).

Granting Limits

Organizations

Each fall, Just for Kids will accept applications for up to $5,000 from public, private, and nonprofit organizations who are serving groups of children in the San Miguel Watershed.

Individuals

Individual grants are awarded annually each Fall to middle and high school age students who seek funding for personal enrichment. Maximum award is $500/person/year.

Process

2024 Grant Applications for Organizations and Individuals will be available and accepted September 30 thru October 20th 11:59PM MT.

Applications that are received after the deadline will not be reviewed.  JFK will not award grants to projects or expenses that have occurred prior to application deadline. 

JFK Priorities & Criteria for Funding 

• Projects that provide a high quality experience for children

• Projects that offer innovative solutions to existing challenges and serve regional youth

• Projects with outcomes that can be measured to determine effectiveness

• Organizations/Individuals that demonstrate effective collaborations

• Organizations/Individuals (if previous JFK recipients) that have successfully used grants from JFK

• Applications that are complete, submitted on time, and comply with all of the requested requirements

• Applications submitted by efficient, well-run organizations

Interviews

All applicants are required to attend a 10-15 minute interview with the JFK Board of Directors. A representative will contact you to schedule your interview upon receipt of your application.

Applications

Want to prepare for you submission? View and download application questions HERE.