Grant Opportunities

The 2026-2027 State Respite Grant Request for Proposals is now open.

We are searching for qualified Colorado for-profit, nonprofit, or government entities that are currently providing respite services for our cohort of 2026-2027 grantees. State Respite Grants range from $10,000-$25,000.

Applications are due at 11:59pm on June 30, 2026.

How to Apply

Give our 2026-2027 Request for Proposals a thorough read through.

Download the Application Template and Budget Template to start drafting your application.

When you’re ready, submit your application online via this link.

If there are any questions, contact us at [email protected].

Have Questions?

We’ve added two virtual Q&A sessions with Megan Bettinger, CRC’s Program Director, so you can get your questions about the grant answered in real time.

Join us on Thursday, June 18th from 12-12:30pm or Friday, June 19th from 9-9:30am.

Here are the resources you'll need to apply:

2025-26 State Respite Grantees

FAQ For Community Grant Program

What if my organization already conducts the required fingerprint based background checks?

Depending on what types of checks were run, they may be allowed for this grant if they have been completed within the past 5 years. Checks must be approved prior to providing reimbursable services.

What types of programs are eligible for funding?

Any group operating an existing (not new) respite program is encouraged to apply. This could include in-home care services, a day program, a camp or other types of programs that provide a break for caregivers.

What is the required privacy insurance policy all grantees must carry during the grant period?

Grantees are required to maintain a privacy insurance policy, which can also be called cyber or professional liability, throughout the duration of the grant period. This is required to protect electronically-shared HIPAA information. There are required tiers for coverage based on the number of clients served annually or annual revenues. Further questions can be directed to your insurance agency.

Can agencies be Approved Voucher providers and Community Grant recipients at the same time?

Yes, agencies can be voucher providers and grant recipients at the same time. This is not required. An application to both programs must be submitted to participate in both programs. The community grants are agency-directed, whereas the vouchers are family-directed. A single family cannot be simultaneously served through both sources by an agency (“double dipping”). An agency can use grant funding for some families, and provide services through the voucher for others.

Can funds be used for meals?

No, no funding can be used for food or beverages.

If an agency currently receives other respite funding (i.e. Older Americans Act dollars), are they eligible to apply?

Yes, if the agency meets all other eligibility requirements. Agencies can receive other State funding as long as they do not “double dip” for respite services during the grant period, or serve families simultaneously with both. Agencies can be Approved Providers for the Respite Voucher Program in tandem with Community Grant recipients, though families cannot be simultaneously served through both sources.

Do applicants have to use sample budget template?

Yes, applicants must use required budget template or get written permission from the CRC.

What is the maximum percentage of budget that can be used for indirect costs?

13% of proposed budget.

Indirect costs are costs that would be required even if program wasn’t in existence. These may be things like agency insurance policy, which program pays an allocation of, but would be needed without the program. Direct costs are 100% needed for the services provided by program. Please note applicants should review current RFP for any changes within funding cycles.