Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative grants awarded [Video]

(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — Governor Jared Polis, along with Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), announced the grant recipients for the Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative on Tuesday, Aug. 20.

Launched in 2021, the initiative funds regional coalitions that unite diverse interests to protect Colorado’s lands, waters, and wildlife while ensuring equitable outdoor recreation. The program now includes 20 Outdoor Regional Partnerships, covering about 75% of the state.

“The collaborative energy behind the Regional Partnerships Initiative reflects the collaborative spirit of Coloradans,” said Governor Jared Polis. “These partnerships give communities the opportunity to expand conversations around wildlife management, sustainable recreation, and how we can protect our wild, open spaces.”

This grant cycle boosts investment in Outdoor Regional Partnerships to $4.9 million, with another funding round set for fall 2024.

“We celebrate the most recent grant recipients for the Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative, a cornerstone in our efforts to …