Boulder County offers $500K in grants for safety groups

Boulder County is offering $500,000 in grants to support outdoor safety groups. Applications are open until April 10. The funding is intended for search and rescue teams and safety organizations focused on trails and trailheads. The money can be used for facilities, equipment, safety services, and program proposals. This grant program is funded by the Emergency Services Sales and Use Tax, which was approved by voters in 2022. It aims to help underfunded emergency services, like firefighting and search and rescue, especially in rural and mountainous areas. Eligible groups can apply for these funds through the Boulder County government website.