CDA and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) have developed a grant program to assist with implementing nonlethal wolf conflict reduction measures. Grants of up to $20,000 are available to entities and organizations, including but not limited to livestock associations, governmental entities, and tribes, that provide support to multiple producers.
This program is administered by CDA and the grants will fund training, education, or other preventative support that will help producers use non-lethal predator deterrents and prepare for coexistence with wolves.
Priority for funding will be placed on areas currently experiencing depredation as well as other areas where wolves are found in Colorado, but any area in Colorado that may experience wolf conflicts in the future is eligible. CDA will work with interested entities on a case-by-case basis to determine if funding is appropriate. Grants are available on a first come, first served basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply?
Grants are available for entities and organizations, including but not limited to livestock associations, governmental entities, and tribes, that will provide support and services to multiple producers. Membership organizations must provide support and services paid for by the grant to members and non-members. Grants are not available to fund projects for individual ranches.
What can funds be used for?
Grant funds can be used to prepare, educate, and coordinate with producers to implement nonlethal conflict reduction measures and directly implement measures such as range riding and carcass disposal.
What is NOT covered?
Fladry (a temporary electrified fence with nylon flags) and other materials available directly through CPW are not eligible expenses. Please contact CPW's Adam Baca at adam.baca@state.co.us for more information about fladry and scare devices such as flashing lights and noise makers.
When is funding available?
CDA is currently accepting applications. Grants will be available throughout 2024, depending on funding availability.
Application info
To apply for a Nonlethal Wolf Conflict Reduction Grant, please submit this form to Dustin Shiflett, CDA Non-lethal Conflict Reduction Program Manager, at dustin.shiflett@state.co.us or 720-902-1222.