Welcome
To Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency Mini Grants Portal
Denver is eliminating pollution and waste while investing in clean energy and resiliency to protect all our communities for future generations.
Tips for Applicants
To make your application competitive, please follow these tips:
- Before you apply, review the guidelines to confirm you are eligible.
- Be sure to show how your project meets one or more of the listed objectives.
- Prepare the necessary documents ahead of time to avoid submission delays.
Here’s a quick guide to applying with Submittable: How to Use Submittable
Where to Apply
Go to the submission page to see all the available opportunities.
How to Apply
1. Click on the link for the opportunity you are interested in.
2. Sign in or create a Submittable account.
3. Fill out the application form.
4. Click Submit when you’re done.
Important Note: Your progress is saved automatically, or you can save it by clicking Save Draft. You can access drafts by logging in and selecting Drafts in your account.
If you need additional assistance, please review the Submittable Applicant Guide
Accessibility
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact sustainability@denvergov.org.
Es su derecho adquirir interpretación y traducción de información en su lenguaje natal, interpretación de lenguaje de señas, subtítulos en tiempo real a través de CART, o acomodaciones relacionadas a alguna discapacidad. Para solicitar cualquier de estos servicios sin costo alguno para usted, contacte a sustainability@denvergov.org
Green Workforce Mini Grant Application Guidelines
The Green Workforce program funds nonprofits, training providers, and community and technical colleges to strengthen and expand green workforce training in Denver.
These guidelines outline the grant objectives, eligibility requirements, and application process.
Purpose
The goal of this funding is to provide up to $49,000 to:
- Help organizations identify and address gaps in Denver’s green workforce.
- Develop or launch green credentials and curricula that (1) Equip workers with skills for quality green careers. (2) Prioritize underrepresented and underserved workers.
Funding supports training that leads to quality careers in:
- Clean Energy: Building electrification, energy efficiency, renewable energy.
- Electric Vehicle Technology: Assembly and maintenance, infrastructure, battery storage.
- Natural Resource Management: Water quality, tree care, ecological restoration.
Eligibility
- Nonprofits, training providers, including for-profit entities that offer eligible apprenticeships or training programs, , community colleges, and technical colleges can apply.
- Proposal must describe the program design model for Denver Metro candidates, with emphasis on Denver NEST Neighborhood community members, or Denver employers.
- Eligible proposals are those that demonstrate a distinct scope or represent a new phase of program development outside of any past or current CASR contracts.
- Eligible proposals must have a timeline of no more than 12 months.
Application Process & Relevant Deadlines
- How to Apply: Complete the Green Workforce Mini Grant form online by February 20th., 2026.
- Required Attachments: W9 and Secretary of State Certificate of Good Standing.
Additional Resources
- For more info on Green Workforce Programming, visit the Green Workforce Website.
- Contact greenworkforce@denver.gov if you have questions or need assistance.