Competitive Grant Program

Description

The Lander Community Foundation’s Competitive Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen the quality of life in Lander and the surrounding Fremont County area. Through this annual grant opportunity, LCF invests in programs and projects that respond to community needs, foster collaboration, and create meaningful local impact.

The 2026 Competitive Grant cycle is anticipated to open in February 2026.

Funding Priorities

Competitive grants support nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with LCF’s mission and demonstrates clear benefit to the Lander community. Priority will be given to proposals that:

  • Address identified community needs

  • Demonstrate collaboration or partnership

  • Serve a broad or underserved population

  • Show thoughtful planning, feasibility, and measurable outcomes

  • Strengthen organizational capacity or program effectiveness

Grant Focus Areas

LCF typically considers requests across a range of charitable purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Arts, culture, and humanities

  • Education and youth development

  • Health and Human Services

  • Environment, recreation, and outdoor stewardship

  • Community development and civic engagement

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Competitive Grant, applicants must:

  • Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or have a qualified fiscal sponsor

  • Serve residents of Lander and/or Fremont County

  • Be in good standing with the Lander Community Foundation

  • Submit a complete application by the stated deadline

Organizations may submit one application per grant cycle.

Reporting Requirements

Grant recipients are required to submit a brief final report describing how funds were used and the outcomes achieved. Reporting details and deadlines will be included in the grant agreement.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Competitive Grant, applicants must:

  • Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or have a qualified fiscal sponsor

  • Serve residents of Lander and/or Fremont County

  • Be in good standing with the Lander Community Foundation

  • Submit a complete application by the stated deadline

Organizations may submit one application per grant cycle.

How to Apply

When the grant cycle opens, application materials and instructions will be available on this page. Interested organizations are encouraged to contact LCF staff in advance to discuss project ideas and eligibility.