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Expand What's Possible

Through our Community Giving Program, Junior Service League invests in local nonprofits that strengthen women, children, and families; helping build a stronger Mesa County.

Expand What's Possible

About

The Community Giving Program enables Junior Service League of Grand Junction to support 501(c)(3) non-profit community organizations that provide services enhancing the quality of life for women, children, and families in Mesa County.

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Grant funds are raised through various community and internal events.

When

Applications will be accepted July through the end of August each year. Grants will be awarded to recipients in December.

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The 2026 grant cycle has closed.

How

The Junior Service League (JSL) appoints a Community Giving Committee, led by the current Community Giving Board Member.

The committee first reviews all applications against the grant program guidelines. It then uses an analytical model and committee feedback to develop recommendations.

These recommendations are presented to the full JSL membership for final selection.

Applications Guidelines

Grant Guidelines

Applicants must meet these requirements:

  • Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with an EIN at least two years old

  • Request no more than $10,000

  • Use all funds in Mesa County to serve Mesa County residents

  • Complete the full application (including supporting documents) by the deadline

JSL will not fund:

  • Religious programs that primarily benefit their own members

  • Individuals

  • Animal welfare organizations

  • Government entities

  • Political groups or candidates

  • Media organizations or trade associations

  • JSL’s own events

  • Multi-year funding or employee salaries

Additional rules:

  • Only one grant per year per organization (including parent/subsidiary groups)

  • Funds must be used within one year of receipt

  • Any JSL member connected to an applicant must abstain from voting and disclose the relationship

Questions? Email grants@jslgj.com

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Past Recipients

2025

  • Friends of Youth and Nature

  • CASA of Mesa County 

  • The Art Center of Western Colorado 

  • La Plaza

  • Bravestone Project 

  • Girls on the Run Western Colorado

 

  • Counseling and Education Center 

  • The Gift of Love Inn

  • HOPE of the Grand Valley 

  • District 51 Foundation

  • GJ Plays Foundation

  • Harmony Acres Equestrian Center

  • Steppin' it Up, Inc

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