The Rico Center awards grants to local non-profit organizations and others involved in community development. We consider support for general operating costs, capital costs and equipment, annual (non-political) campaigns, matching funds by other organizations, start-up funds and joint requests from multiple applicants. The use of all grant funds is strictly limited to the Rico area.

The Rico Center grants are awarded once a year, the application deadline is October 1st. Please view our Grant Policies and Guidelines for more information and to apply. If you have any questions regarding The Rico Center or our application process, please contact us.

Past grant recipients include: Rico Alpine Society, Rico Preschool, Rico Fire Protection District, Rico Historical Society, Rico Library, Engel House Project, Rico Trails Alliance, Artists of Rico, and Rico Parks and Recreation.